Psychiatric RN: Inpatient Care & Crisis Support

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for psychiatric patients. The RN coordinates an interdisciplinary team to ensure safety and quality of care.

Responsibilities include documentation, crisis management, patient/family education, and collaboration with the nursing team. PA RN licensure is required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex topics to a wide and diverse audience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• One or two years of psychiatric nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend education workshops and review professional publications to maintain knowledge.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and medication procedures to ensure quality care.
• Document patient care in department records and maintain confidentiality.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams and crisis management when needed.
• Educate patients and families, promote independence, and support emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Accredited Nursing Program

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for psychiatric patients. The RN coordinates an interdisciplinary team to ensure safety and quality of care.

Responsibilities include documentation, crisis management, patient/family education, and collaboration with the nursing team. PA RN licensure is required; BSN preferred.