ACT Registered Nurse Community Based

Harboroaks; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their team in Reading. This role involves providing and coordinating comprehensive care for patients, developing nursing care plans, and maintaining accurate medical records. The ideal candidate will possess a valid RN license and have experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will contribute to the well-being of patients, and enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing school.
• Must possess a current RN license as per state requirements.
• One year of nursing experience, preferably in psychiatric care.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate patient care based on health assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Nursing Care Plans

Medication Administration

Therapeutic Communication

Record Keeping

CPR Certification

De-escalation Techniques

Education

Accredited Nursing Degree

Registered Nurse License

First Aid Certification

Tools

Medical Records Software

Job description

Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
2. Develop and implement nursing care plans.
3. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
4. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
5. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
6. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
7. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
8. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
9. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
10. Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
11. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
12. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
13. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
14. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
15. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved in inpatient treatment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements.
• One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
• Valid Driver's License.

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