Registered Nurse - $20k SIGN-ON

Cove Forge Behavioral Health Center; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Cove Forge Behavioral Health Center in Williamsburg, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide and coordinate care for adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. New grads are welcome to apply and the position offers an evening shift (3:00 pm - 11:00 pm).

We offer comprehensive benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k) and a generous sign-on bonus of $20,000 for full-time, with opportunities for growth within a supportive, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral or substance use nursing experience a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical and behavioral health needs and develop care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about conditions.
• Administer medications and document controlled substances.
• Coordinate unit activities and communicate with patients and staff.
• Ensure compliance with Nurse Practice Act, policies, procedures, and facility standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team coordination

Education

RN license

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity at Cove Forge Behavioral Health in Williamsburg, PA

• Open to RNs in State College, PA - must be willing to commute/work in Williamsburg, PA.
• New Grad RNs welcome to apply

Sign on Bonus ~ $20k for Full-time

Cove Forge Behavioral Health Center, located in Williamsburg, Pennsylvania, offers comprehensive treatment for adults of all genders who are struggling with substance use disorders and certain co-occurring mental health concerns. Our facility is in the Altoona metropolitan area, about 100 miles east of Pittsburgh. Services for adults age 18 and older include detoxification, residential rehabilitation, and outpatient programming.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS/SCHEDULE

• Full Time
• Evening shift
• 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

• Great New Shift differentials
• Flexible scheduling
• Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k)

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about impacting the lives of those with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community, this position is right for you!

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.

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.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.