Full Time Psych RN

RemoteWorker US; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care. The role involves working closely with patients and healthcare teams, requiring effective communication and crisis intervention skills. Preferred qualifications include a nursing diploma with pediatric experience and a Virginia RN license. This position offers a dynamic working environment with a focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia state license as a Registered Nurse or valid Compact State license.
• CPR Training required within 45 days of hire.
• Experience in pediatric medical and psychiatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care.
• Performs therapeutic nursing interventions based on individualized care plans.
• Collaborates effectively with healthcare team members.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Intake interviewing

Crisis intervention techniques

Interpersonal communication

Psychotropic medication knowledge

Vital signs evaluation

Education

Associates in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Summary

• GENERAL SUMMARY Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care in response to specific patient needs. Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care respective to the assigned patient population. Reports to the Director of Patient Care Services – Critical Care.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Plans, provides, and monitors individualized psychiatric and medical nursing care following established policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the preschool, school age or adolescent patient and his/her family.
  • Provides developmentally appropriate psychosocial and clinical care.
  • Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Core competencies:
    • Adept in conflict resolution
    • Skilled in intake interviewing
    • Culturally sensitive expertise in crisis intervention techniques
    • Exceptional interpersonal communication
    • Psychiatric population familiarity
    • Psychotropic medication knowledgeUnderstands and evaluates data related to psychiatric emergency: Vital signs/LOC Glasgow coma scale; Lab tests (routine bloodwork, urine toxicology screen)
    • Demonstrated understanding of the Emergency Mental Health Nurse and their role within the ED
    • Demonstrated ability to provide a safe environment and interventions to manage alterations in mental/behavioral health and ensure patient and staff safety
• LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
  • Current Virginia state license as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid Compact State license.
  • CPR Training required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
  • PALS preferred.
  • RN certification preferred.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Must have an Associates in Nursing/Diploma in Nursing with applicable experience, however a BSN is preferred.
  • Experience in both pediatric medical and psychiatric settings preferred.
  • Pediatric experience preferred.
• WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Expected to work in a patient care environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards such as, but not limited to, excessive noise, dust, or extremes in temperatures. Exposure to communicable diseases and moderately adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities can be expected.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Click here to view physical requirements.

Additional Information

CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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