Psychiatric RN: Lead Care & Milieu (Sponsorship)

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Amarillo is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead milieu management and direct patient care activities across nursing staff. The role emphasizes safe medication administration, accurate reporting, and adherence to Joint Commission, federal and state regulations.

We offer sponsorships for Registered Nurses and opportunities to work within a team focused on anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions through evidence-based therapies in both inpatient and

Qualifications

• Nursing knowledge and clinical judgment within psychiatric care.
• Experience in inpatient/outpatient psychiatric settings is beneficial.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation.
• Identifies risk levels and plans discharge considerations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of psychiatric disorders and appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administers medications as prescribed and educates patients on medications.
• Maintains professional nursing standards and compliant documentation.
• Reviews and updates medical records per policy; transcribes physician orders.
• Ensures continuity of care through effective communication with staff.
• Assigns tasks, supports staff, and advocates for patient safety.
• Utilizes nursing resources to support evidence-based practice.
• Float among clinical services and perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Amarillo is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead milieu management and direct patient care activities across nursing staff. The role emphasizes safe medication administration, accurate reporting, and adherence to Joint Commission, federal and state regulations.

We offer sponsorships for Registered Nurses and opportunities to work within a team focused on anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions through evidence-based therapies in both inpatient and