Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Adolescent Eating Disorder Uni

Mandala Healing Center; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Mandala Healing Center in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) for inpatient adolescent eating disorder care. The RN will provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing to adolescents and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates will hold a current RN license and have experience in pediatric or adolescent medicine. The position emphasizes strong clinical judgment and communication skills, with various shift options available, including full-time and PRN.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Experience in pediatric or adolescent medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, compassionate nursing care to adolescents.
• Monitor vital signs and medical status.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families regarding conditions and discharge planning.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Critical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal and conflict-resolution abilities

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

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Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Adolescent Eating Disorder Uni

FULL TIME West Palm Beach, FL, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1101

Salary Range: $35.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to adolescents ages 13–17 receiving inpatient treatment for eating disorders. The RN is responsible for assessing patients, monitoring medical stability, administering medications and treatments, collaborating with the multidisciplinary treatment team, and supporting patients throughout the recovery process. This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to trauma-informed and family-centered care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and throughout hospitalization.

Monitor vital signs, orthostatic vital signs, weight trends, intake and output, and overall medical status.

Recognize and respond promptly to signs of medical deterioration, including electrolyte imbalances, cardiac instability, dehydration, and refeeding syndrome.

Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, electrolyte replacements, enteral feedings, and other treatments according to physician orders.

Assist with nasogastric (NG) tube placement, verification, feeding, maintenance, and removal as appropriate.

Monitor laboratory results and promptly communicate critical values to the medical provider.

Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and other nursing procedures as needed.

Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation.

Therapeutic Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, nonjudgmental nursing care that promotes recovery and emotional safety.

Participate in meal support and therapeutic meal supervision as assigned.

Monitor patients for eating disorder behaviors, self-harm, suicide risk, and other safety concerns.

Support patients through anxiety related to meals, weight restoration, and treatment interventions.

Educate patients and families regarding medical conditions, medications, nutrition, and discharge planning.

Collaborate with psychiatrists, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, dietitians, therapists, social workers, behavioral health technicians, and other interdisciplinary team members.

Participate in daily treatment team meetings and shift handoff reports.

Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the appropriate provider.

Assist in discharge planning and continuity of care.

Safety and Quality

Maintain infection prevention and control standards.

Ensure medication safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Follow emergency response procedures, including cardiac emergencies, behavioral emergencies, and medical crises.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing staff education.

Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and supportive treatment environment.

Qualifications

Required

Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing).

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Preferred

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (if required by facility policy).

One to three years of nursing experience in pediatric, adolescent medicine, psychiatric, behavioral health, medical-surgical, or eating disorder treatment settings.

Experience caring for medically complex adolescents.

Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorders.

Understanding of refeeding syndrome, electrolyte abnormalities, cardiac complications, dehydration, and nutritional rehabilitation.

Ability to recognize changes in medical or psychiatric status requiring immediate intervention.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution abilities.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the treatment team.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed.

Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations.

Ability to safely assist with patient transfers and mobility.

Ability to perform repetitive nursing tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Work Schedule

Full-time, part-time, PRN, day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts available.

Twelve-hour shifts may be required based on operational needs.

Participation in an on-call rotation may be required.

Preferred Professional Attributes

Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

Commitment to trauma-informed and family-centered treatment.

Strong emotional resilience and professionalism.

Excellent teamwork and leadership abilities.

Dedication to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.