ER Behavioral Health RN — Crisis Care Specialist

UNC Health; Hendersonville (NC); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 83 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Pardee UNC Health Care in Hendersonville, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Emergency Medicine RN to deliver specialized care for patients in mental health crises within the emergency department. The role emphasizes compassionate de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has RN licensure in NC or a compact state, with at least 2 years of RN experience including 1 year in behavioral health, and BLS certification.

Qualificações

• Current RN licensure in North Carolina and/or compact state.
• Two years of experience as an RN with at least 1 year in behavioral health nursing.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Responsabilidades

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with mental health issues and substance use in the ED.
• Provide immediate, compassionate care during psychiatric crises to de-escalate and ensure safety.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on treatment plans and interventions.
• Document assessments and treatments accurately in the EHR.
• Educate patients and families about mental health disorders and treatment options.
• Advocate for patients' emotional and psychological needs in the ED.
• Engage in ongoing training for behavioral health crisis management.

Conhecimentos

Communication

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Teamwork

De-escalation

Formação académica

RN licensure NC or compact

BLS certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Pardee UNC Health Care in Hendersonville, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Emergency Medicine RN to deliver specialized care for patients in mental health crises within the emergency department. The role emphasizes compassionate de-escalation, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has RN licensure in NC or a compact state, with at least 2 years of RN experience including 1 year in behavioral health, and BLS certification.