Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health at Lifepoint Health

Vancouver, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

57.45

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychiatric nursing, Substance abuse treatment, Patient assessment, Treatment planning, Medication administration, Unit supervision, Leadership, Patient advocacy, Crisis intervention, Dual diagnosis care, Geriatric nursing, BLS, Documentation, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Empathy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health Job Type: PT | Nights Wage scale: $42.55- $57.45 per hour Your experience matters At Rainier Springs, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Department/Unit Summary The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) will coordinate and deliver quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients hospitalized for treatment of substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric or emotional disorders. The RN will assume direct responsibility for observation, delegation, and leadership of the unit staff and patients. The RN will serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, supporting the organization, program, and unit philosophy of care. The RN will ensure the safety and well-being of each patient. The RN ensures all medical orders are followed, initiates and follows treatment planning, and acts as a patient advocate at all times. * 72 Bed Facility * 3 Units, 24 Patients per Unit * 2 Nurses and 3 PCAs per Unit * 12 Hour Shifts How you’ll contribute * Will assess the patient and plan care within set timeframes and document findings according to policies * Will oversee and supervise the shift * Demonstrates leadership through duties that may include delegating tasks such as groups, close observation, meal supervision, etc * Will also oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is consistently delivered by self and all members of the team * Will monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notification of the physician * RN will follow hospital policy for medication administration * RN will consistently use empathy, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients * Delivery of quality nursing care to ensure that goals of the treatment plan are properly executed following hospital policies and procedures and demonstrated nursing competencies * Assists/performs comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients What we offer Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts * Competitive paid time off for full-time employees * Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage * Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching * Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness * Professional development and growth opportunities Qualifications and requirements Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor’s degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include: * BLS * One year of experience preferred * Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred. Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities. About our Health System Rainier Springs is a 72-bed facility located in Vancouver, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. EEOC Statement Rainier Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rainier Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will coordinate and deliver quality psychiatric nursing care to patients while overseeing unit staff and ensuring medical orders are followed. They are responsible for patient assessments, treatment planning, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.