REGISTERED NURSE - PSYCHIATRY

CalvertHealth; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Six paid holidays + floating holiday

Education assistance

Free parking

Discounted meals

403(b) with employer match

Job summary

CalvertHealth is seeking a registered nurse to provide nursing care on the behavioral health unit, following department policies and procedures. The role emphasizes behavioral health nursing and compliance with hospital competencies and training requirements.

Requirements include completion of a nursing diploma or AA in nursing and an unexpired Maryland or compact state license. One year hospital experience is preferred, with Psych experience desired.

Qualifications

• Completion of Diploma Nursing Program or AA in Nursing.
• Unexpired Maryland RN license or compact state license.
• Psych experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement nursing care per department policies and procedures.
• Render behavioral nursing care on the behavioral health unit.
• Maintain unit-specific hospital competencies and mandatory trainings.
• Demonstrate professional communication with patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independence

Education

Diploma Nursing Program

AA in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

To assess, plan, implement the nursing care to meet the patients’ needs, by following the appropriate policy and procedures of the assigned department.

To render behavioral nursing care to the patients on the behavioral health unit.

Education :

Position requires completion of a Diploma Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher.

Registration/Certification/Licensure :

Unexpired state licensure from Maryland Board of Nursing or compact state board of nursing

Registered Nurse Certification in specialty, preferred

Experience :

Position requires minimum of one year hospital experience,would prefer Psych experience.

Other Requirements :

Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.

Physically able to place patient in therapeutic hold/apply mechanical restraints to potentially combative/acting out individuals.

Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements to include Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis on Excel, Access, Word and Outlook.

Previous experience and demonstrated professionalism in effectively communicating with internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing, and in promoting a positive work atmosphere.

Ability to work independently, prioritize concurrent projects, meet deadlines, follow through with deliverables, and produce quality work.

Effectively communicates with all patient populations and staff by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice.

Effectively advocates for quality patient safety and satisfaction as a daily practice.

Additional Information:

CalvertHealth (CH) offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to enhance the physical, financial, and personal well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive package includes health insurance options for individuals and families, dental and prescription coverage, as well as supplemental vision benefits, all available starting on the first day of the month following your hire date.

Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability insurance, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, Supplemental Life insurance, six paid holidays with additional floating holiday, education assistance, free parking, discounted meals, and options for FSA/HSA. Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued hourly each pay period, allowing full-time employees (working 40 hours per week) to accumulate approximately 145 hours of PTO annually. Employees working fewer hours will have their PTO accrued on a pro-rated basis. 403(b) Plan with employer match available.