Psychiatric Nurse (Behavioral Health)

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) is seeking a Graduate Nurse to join a psychiatric hospital team, providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adult and adolescent behavioral health patients. You will assist with assessments, interventions, and medication administration, while maintaining safety and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, adherence to clinical guidelines under supervision, and effective communication within a

Qualifications

• Ability to provide empathetic, patient-centered care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow clinical guidelines under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments, therapeutic interventions, and medication administration.
• Document care activities accurately in the EHR system.
• Maintain safety protocols on the unit to ensure patient and staff well-being.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and social workers to deliver comprehensive care.

Skills

Empathetic care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Role: Graduate Nurse at a psychiatric hospital, providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adult and adolescent behavioral health patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments, therapeutic interventions, and medication administration.
• Document care activities accurately in the EHR system.
• Maintain safety protocols on the unit to ensure patient and staff well-being.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and social workers to deliver comprehensive care.

Qualifications And Skills

• Ability to provide empathetic, patient-centered care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow clinical guidelines under supervision.