REGISTERED NURSE

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday; Ferriday (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead day-to-day patient care activities and uphold professional nursing standards.

You will coordinate care, act as Charge Nurse when assigned, ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and state regulations, and collaborate with the treatment team to meet patient goals.

We offer shifts including day, night, and PRN; a supportive leadership team and a commitment to patient safety.

Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in Louisiana.
• Nursing degree required (ADN or BSN).
• Mental health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the scope of the RN license.
• Act as Charge Nurse as assigned and oversee ancillary staff.
• Ensure quality and compliance in nursing care delivery.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff and the Director of Nursing.
• Perform patient assessments and thorough documentation in the medical record.
• Adhere to infection control guidelines and employee health protocols.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and chart monitoring.
• Facilitate admissions in coordination with the Service Development Department.
• Collaborate with the treatment team on patient goals, interventions, and assessments.

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Why Join Freedom Behavioral?

Join a leadership team with a strong commitment to patient care and employee development.

REGISTERED NURSE

Freedom Behavioral is now providing services and looking for Registered Nurses to join our growing team!

As part of our team, you will contribute to the success of a vital program that focuses on improving the lives of those we serve. We prioritize patient care by driving processes to ensure quality, compliance, and safety. With an energetic leadership team committed to implementing exciting changes, we are looking for compassionate and dedicated RNs to support our patients.

Position Details:

Shift Availability:

• DAY SHIFT (7 AM - 7 PM)
• NIGHT SHIFT (7 PM - 7 AM)
• PRN

Position Summary:

As a Registered Nurse,you will assume leadership responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of patient care activities, while maintaining professional nursing standards in accordance with TJC, CMS, and state regulations. Your primary duties will include:

• Providing direct patient care within the scope of your RN nursing license.
• Acting as Charge Nurse as assigned, providing oversight to ancillary staff.
• Ensuring quality and compliance in nursing care delivery.
• Communicating effectively with medical staff and the Director of Nursing regarding patient care issues.
• Performing patient assessments and ensuring timely, accurate documentation in the medical record.
• Adhering to infection control guidelines and employee health protocols.
• Participating in performance improvement initiatives and completing assigned chart monitoring.
• Facilitating admissions in coordination with the Service Development Department.
• Collaborating with the treatment team on patient goals, interventions, and assessments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• License: RN License through the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Experience: Minimum one year of experience in mental health, with experience in caring for dual diagnosis patients preferred.

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.