Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN)

Acadia Healthcare; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401(k) with company match

Advancement opportunities

Work Life balance

Job summary

Red River Hospital in Wichita Falls, TX, is seeking an Outpatient Registered Nurse (Behavioral Health) for a full-time day shift. The RN will provide and coordinate care for patients with behavioral health needs, develop care plans, and educate patients and families.

Qualified applicants have an RN license in TX and at least one year of nursing experience, with CPR and de-escalation certification required. Competitive benefits are offered by the facility.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in Texas or eligibility.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral experience preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical and behavioral health needs and coordinate care.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and treatment.
• Document care and ensure orders are followed per policy.
• Administer medications and document administration accurately.
• Maintain therapeutic rapport and professional boundaries with patients.

Skills

RN License

CPR Certified

Behavioral Health

De-escalation Training

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Overview

Outpatient Registered Nurse (Behavioral Health) | Red River Hospital

Red River Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Outpatient team.

Red River Hospital is the leading provider of inpatient and outpatient behavioral healthcare in Wichita Falls, TX. Our treatment services & specialized programs address drug and alcohol addiction and co-occurring mental illness.

AVAILABLE SCHEDULE

Full-TimeDay shift

Monday - Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

BENEFITS

Red River Hospital provides a comprehensive benefits package. See Full-Time benefits below:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• 401(k) with company match
• Advancement opportunities to further your career in nursing
• Work Life balance is as important to us as it is to you, and we strive to find that perfect fit.

Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• 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.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
• Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
• 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.
• Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
• Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
• Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved 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.

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