Inpatient Psychiatric RN — Clinical Ladder & Impact

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health’s University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a Registered Nurse for a 20-bed psychiatry unit. The RN provides inpatient behavioral health care for adults 18+, participates in care planning, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

Current Ohio RN license with BLS/ACLS/PALS and BSN preferred; comprehensive onboarding includes a clinical ladder and unit projects with potential monetary benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN preferred for this role.
• Current Ohio RN license is required.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS per department requirements based on patient population needs.
• NCI-APS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit's standards of practice.
• Communicates plan of care to all levels of associates involved in the patient's care and prioritizes care based on assessment needs.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment and involves family/guardian in ongoing care.
• Identifies and responds to behavioral health needs and cultural considerations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, and a cooperative attitude in meeting unit needs.
• Nursing process documented accurately per hospital policy; contributes to professional development of peers.
• Acts as a resource and mentor for new personnel and temporary staff on the unit.

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred

Current OH RN License

Job description

UC Health’s University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a Registered Nurse for a 20-bed psychiatry unit. The RN provides inpatient behavioral health care for adults 18+, participates in care planning, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

Current Ohio RN license with BLS/ACLS/PALS and BSN preferred; comprehensive onboarding includes a clinical ladder and unit projects with potential monetary benefits.