Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Behavioral Health Staff RN (PRN)
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Job Description
- Req#: 208768
- Gauges the behavioral health patients’ psychiatric state, collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to support each patients’ care plan,
- Has strong de-escalation skills, maintains patient safety during restraint, hold or seclusion events, conducts education.
- Helps prepare the patient and family for a safe discharge and therapeutic continuum of care
- Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental healt
- Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions
- Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status
- Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions
- Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met
- Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.
- Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans
- Epic computer charting
- Must have current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards.
- Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units.
- Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care.
Overview
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse. A Behavioral Health Registered Nurse, also known as a Psychiatric-Mental Health RN, provides care and support to individuals with mental health disorders and substance use disorders. They work with patients, families, groups, and communities to assess mental health needs, develop individualized plans of care, and promote well-being.
Shift’s Available: Nights ($4 to $8 differential in pay)
Employment Type: PRN or Per Diem, which is as needed
Hours: 7:00pm to 7:00am
Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
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