Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Unit - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off and disability

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Paducah, KY is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Psychiatric unit at Lourdes Hospital to provide direct patient care, assess status, and develop care plans. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN (preferred) with an active RN license and at least one year of behavioral health experience. BLS is preferred on hire; ACLS may be used in lieu of BLS.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; active RN licensure in the state or compact licensure.
• One year of professional RN experience; behavioral health preferred.
• BLS recommended on hire; ACLS acceptable in lieu of BLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care according to the provider’s plan of care while closely monitoring progress.
• Assess and document the patient’s conditions and report changes as needed.
• Administer medication, insulin, and IV/fluids with thorough documentation.
• Inspect wounds, change dressings and assist with personal hygiene.
• Apply interviewing skills to gather information for planning and implementing treatment.
• Assess patient for further injuries, infections or bedsores and provide appropriate treatments.
• Collaborate with providers and staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical nursing interventions

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

RN licensure (state or compact)

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

De-Escalation Training

Job description

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatric – Lourdes Hospital

Job Summary

• Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status
• Implementing clinical nursing interventions
• Having a highly diverse medical skillset
• Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes
• Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Essential Functions

• Provide direct patient care according to the provider’s prescribed plan of care (and nursing scope of practice) while closely monitoring progress/recovery
• Assess and document the patient’s conditions and report changes as needed
• Administer medication, insulin, and IV/fluids, documenting thoroughly
• Inspect and care for wounds, changing dressings and assisting with personal hygiene
• Apply effective interviewing skills to elicit information from patient and/or family/significant other that is necessary to plan and implement the treatment plan
• Assess patient for further injuries, infections, bedsore, etc. and deliver appropriate treatments
• Collaborate with providers, aides, and allied health professionals to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

Certifications

• Current state licensure (or covered compact licensure) as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support acceptable in lieu of BLS)

Experience

• One (1) year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Recent Behavioral Health experience (preferred, not required)

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record training (preferred, not required)
• De‑Escalation Training (preferred, not required)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]