Job Description
*** Adult Psych RN Days/Eves/Nights Rotate & EOW - 36hrs. ***
Unit Name: Epstein 4 - Adult Psych.
Brief Unit Description: 30-bed Adult Unit, ages 18-65 years. We treat patients with diverse types of mental health issues (anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and dual diagnosis patients: detox here on the unit while treating mental health issues), and some medically acute patients (IVs, CPAPs, Wound Care, diabetic care).
Years of Experience Required: 2 years minimum of inpatient adult psych experience.
Skill Sets Required: Proficient in using automatic medication dispensing system (Omni Cell); proficient in the use of psychotropic medications and side effects. Able to assume the role of charge nurse; able to complete admissions and discharges. Competent in the use of IV pumps and care of diabetic patients.
Clinician to Patient Ratio: 1 RN to 7 or 8 patients.
Patient Population: Adult 18 to 65 y...