Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time

Acadia Healthcare; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5K

Shift differentials

Flexible shifts

Employee appreciation program

New grads welcome

Job summary

CenterPointe Hospital Columbia in Columbia, MO is seeking compassionate Registered Nurses for part-time shifts (days or nights, every other weekend). This 80-bed inpatient psychiatric facility serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

The RN will provide exceptional patient care in a behavioral health setting. We offer competitive pay of $38-$49 per hour with shift differentials, flexible 4/8/12 hour shifts, and a robust employee appreciation program.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by Missouri.
• One year of nursing experience; prior psychiatric/behavioral experience a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Educate patients and families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible and transcribed correctly per policy.
• Maintain accurate medical records and document patient status and changes.
• Administer medications per orders and document controlled substances accordingly.
• Demonstrate therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.

Skills

RN license

CPR

De-escalation

Patient care

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Overview

RN - Up to $5K Sign On Bonus available for part-time positions

CenterPointe Hospital Columbia is looking for compassionate nurses to provide exceptional patient care at our 80-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Columbia, MO. The right candidate will have a passion for behavioral health nursing and a desire to make a difference for our adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. This is a very rewarding position for nurses who support our mission!

Shifts Available:

• Part-Time
• Days or Nights
• Every other weekend required

What this career choice gives you in return:

• Competitive pay: $38 - $49 / hour
  • + Shift Differentials
• Flexible Shifts - 4, 8, or 12 hour shifts
• A robust employee appreciation program- meals, kudos cards redeemable for gifts, recognition for Nurses Week, holiday parties, and frequent appreciation for staff!
• Work Life balance is as important to us as it is to you, and we strive to find that perfect fit.
• PerkSpot! Our employee discount program for over 30,000 merchants.
• 100% Paid Psychiatric Training!
• Excellent career advancement and cross training opportunities

New Grads encouraged to apply!

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 Missouri or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
• One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse 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.