Registered Nurse (RN) FT 7p-7a

Paycom - ATS; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Columbus LLC is seeking a dedicated RN for a full-time night shift in Columbus, OH. You will perform nursing assessments, administer medications, and coordinate care for patients with behavioral health needs, while educating families and ensuring safety and quality of care.

The role emphasizes therapeutic milieu leadership, collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, and strict adherence to SUN policies and procedures to support optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a therapeutic milieu that is safe and focused on delivering quality patient care, leading the on-shift team through assignments and clear communication.
• Performs admission and daily shift nursing assessments; identifies and manages patient conditions and changes; assesses pain and uses appropriate pain management techniques.
• Educates patients and families on health conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
• Performs medication reconciliation as part of the medication management process; administers medications per policy; knowledgeable about psychotropic drugs and age-appropriate administration.
• Follows Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) protocols; develops and maintains individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborates with physicians, therapists, administration and other departments to coordinate patient care and communicate issues.
• Documents in SUN policies and procedures; coordinates and supervises patient care as needed.
• Ensures safety and reduces medical errors; proficient with EMR and CPOE in physician orders and nursing documentation.
• Acts as patient and family advocate at all times; adapts to stressful situations with flexibility and organization.
• Uses seclusion/restraint protocols when required and adheres to related requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associates degree in nursing

RN license

CPR certification

De-escalation technique certification

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: SUN Behavioral Columbus LLC - Columbus, OH 43229

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Associates

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Nights

Job Category: Health Care

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) activities

Position 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 techniques


• Provides 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 situations


• Utilizes 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 members


• Follows 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 required


• Demonstrates 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 Behavior

Integrity (15% of performance review)

• Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital


• Adheres 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 leadership


• Exemplifies 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 hand


• Desire to go above and beyond for others


• Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences

Qualifications: Education

• Required: 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 program


• Maintains education and development appropriate for position.

Experience

• Preferred: A minimum of one (1) year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting.