Day Shift RN

State of Indiana; Evansville, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Wellness rewards

HSA with employer contribution

Pension plans

Paid leave

Education reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana, including Evansville-based Evansville Psychiatric Children’s Center (EPCC), seeks a qualified nurse with an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing to join a multi-disciplinary team. The role requires an Indiana RN license and CPR certification, with ongoing behavioral intervention training.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient care, administering medications, developing care plans, documenting thoroughly, and ensuring safety and infection control.

Qualifications

• Understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
• Interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication.
• Serve as a patient advocate.
• Respond effectively in emergency situations and maintain composure.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily patient care and coordinate assignments.
• Assist in developing treatment plans with clinical staff.
• Direct staff to manage workflow and report issues to supervisors.
• Document nursing notes, transfer forms, and records accurately.
• Provide orientation and support to unit staff.
• Administer medications and treatments per facility policies.
• Develop nursing care plans for diagnosis or treatment changes.
• Educate patients and families about medications, procedures and goals.
• Respond to emergencies to maintain safety and therapeutic environment.
• Ensure infection control standards are met on the unit.

Skills

Medical terminology

Policy interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Patient advocacy

Emergency response

Behavioral support

Computer literacy

MS Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Indiana Registered Nurse license

CPR certification

Behavioral intervention training

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

MS Office

Job description

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Evansville Psychiatric Children’s Center:

The Evansville Psychiatric Children’s Center (EPCC) takes an interdisciplinary approach that provides strategies for the child’s biological, psychological and social treatment at the same time. All of our staff go through many hours of training to each play their important part in the approach. Youth are learning by two main methods, modeling and teaching, through therapeutic relationships established with the treatment staff.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $62,218.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Program Administration Support

• Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients/
• Make care assignments and assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
• Direct support staff to coordinate workflow and communicate problems to unit supervisors.
• Complete required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms, and other records to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provide orientation and support to staff on the unit.

Program Management Support

• Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of individuals' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge to inform care decisions.
• Administer medications and treatments according to facility policies and procedures..
• Develop and implement nursing care plans for diagnosis or treatment plan changes to adapt to evolving needs.
• Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff.
• Educate individuals and family members regarding medication, procedures, and treatment goals and objectives.
• Respond and intervene in emergency situations and with agitated individuals to maintain safety and therapeutic environment.
• Ensure proper safety and infection control standards are met for the unit to protect staff and individuals.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
• Effective interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to support individuals with behavioral or emotional needs.
• Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
• Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.

An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution, an active Indiana Registered Nurse license, and current CPR certification, along with ongoing completion of behavioral intervention training relevant to the assigned setting.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .