Registered Nurse (RN)

SUN Behavioral Delaware; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Delaware is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive care across physical and mental health domains. You will conduct admissions and daily assessments, administer medications, and lead the on-shift nursing team while coordinating with physicians, therapists, and administration to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role requires strong communication, documentation, and adherence to SUN policies, including HIPAA compliance and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree in nursing and an active RN license in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform admission and daily nursing assessments for all patients.
• Administer medications following policy and safe practices.
• Lead shift team and coordinate patient care with physicians, therapists and staff.
• Document in SUN policies and use EMR/CPOE appropriately.
• Provide patient and family education and crisis intervention when needed.
• Maintain a therapeutic, safe milieu and reduce medical errors.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Team communication

Patient advocacy

Safety awareness

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Registered Nurse license (Delaware)

CPR certification

De-escalation technique certification

Advanced nursing degree (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

CPOE protocols

Job description

Position Summary:Provides nursing care through physical and mental assessments, laboratory testing, plans of care and therapeutic treatments. Knowledgeable of a wide range of disorders; cognitive, emotional, developmental, social and behavioral. Performs crisis intervention. Participates in the department's performance improvement and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activitiesPosition Responsibilities:Clinical / Technical Skills (40% of performance review)Responsible for maintaining a therapeutic milieu that is safe and focused on delivering quality patient care. This includes leading the team that is on shift through appropriate assignments and thorough communication.Conducts admission and daily shift nursing assessments for all patients. Identifies and manages patient medical conditions and changes in patient condition. Assesses pain and utilizes appropriate pain management techniquesProvides education to patients and families.Conducts medication reconciliation as part of the medication management process. Administers medications utilizing safe medication practices and according to policy. Knowledgeable of medications, including psychotropic drugs, and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and their clinical condition.Follows Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) protocols.Establishes and maintains individualized treatment plans depending on patient need.Works as an active member of the team and communicates with team members (physicians, therapists, administration, other departments etc.) regarding patient care issues.Documents based on the SUN policies.Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. This includes competence in using electronic medical record and CPOE for all physician/Nurse Practitioner orders as well as wristband scanning prior to medication administration.Functions as a patient and family advocate, at all times.Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situationsUtilizes proper protocols for the use of Seclusion and Restraint, and the requirements associated with it.Perform other duties as required.Safety (15% of performance review)Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family membersFollows all safety rules while on the job.Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.Corrects minor safety hazards.Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.Teamwork (15% of performance review)Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as requiredDemonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.Adheres to the Standards of BehaviorIntegrity (15% of performance review)Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospitalAdheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadershipExemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.Compassion (15% of performance review)Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping handDesire to go above and beyond for othersUnderstanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differencesEducationRequired: Associates degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program. Current Registered Nurse license in the state of employment. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.Preferred: Advanced degree or certification in nursing from an accredited nursing programMaintains education and development appropriate for position.ExperiencePreferred: A minimum of one (1) year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting.