Registered Nurse (RN) - $5k Bonus

Acadia Healthcare; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $5,000

Job summary

Keystone Treatment Center, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking an RN for days and nights to join our inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder and mental health care team. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for a 1-year commitment, with shifts from 6:30am to 7:00pm and every third weekend rotation.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing care plans, documenting records, administering medications, and coordinating with physicians.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited nursing program.
• Must possess a current RN license as required by the state of employment.
• One year of nursing experience; prior psychiatric/mental/behavioral or substance use nursing experience is a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• 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 families about conditions.
• Provide nursing care within the standards and scope of nursing practice per state regulations and facility policies.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible and transcribed correctly.
• Assess patient status continually and document pertinent information.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status or emergencies.
• Complete admission and discharge processing accurately.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Coordinate the unit activities as directed.
• Communicate professionally with patients, visitors, and staff.

Education

RN license

1 year nursing experience

CPR certification

De-escalation and restraint certification

Job description

Overview

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for FT Days! (1 Year Commitment)

RN Days & Night Shift Opportunity at Keystone Treatment Center

Pay Range: $32/hr - $48/hr

• Shifts:
  • 6:30am - 7pm
  • Every third weekend rotation

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about substance use disorder and mental health. 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!

Since its inception in 1973, Keystone Treatment Center has established itself as a nationally recognized inpatient and outpatient treatment center for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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.

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