RN

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; West Hollywood (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Behavioral Health Services in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our psychiatric care team. The RN will provide direct patient care in a behavioral health setting, adhering to professional standards and hospital protocols.

Requirements include an ASN (BSN preferred), Florida RN license, BLS and CPI certifications, and 1–3 years of psychiatric nursing experience. The role emphasizes patient assessment, medication administration, rights advocacy, and teamwork under safe,

Qualifications

• ASN is required.
• BSN preferred.
• 1–3 years of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• CPI certification required.
• Florida RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments on admission and during stay.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor effects.
• Respect patient rights, privacy, and informed consent.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to plan care.
• Respond to emergencies with sound clinical judgment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient assessment

Documentation accuracy

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Education

ASN

BSN (preferred)

Job description

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RN

Nursing Full-Time Professional Larkin Behavioral Health Services, Hollywood, FL, US

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse's to join our Behavioral Health team. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in a psychiatric mental health setting, ensuring that all nursing practices comply with professional standards and hospital protocols.

Qualifications

Education

• Requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN)
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

Experience

• Preferred: At least 1-3 years of experience in psychiatric nursing

Certifications/Licenses

• Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• Required: CPI certification
• Preferred: Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Professional Development

• Maintain required licenses/certifications, including Florida RN License, BLS certification and CPI Certification.
• Complete the Department of Children and Families (DCF) online Baker Act Training modules as indicated on instruction form given upon hire and submit certificates for each..

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment and Documentation

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients on admission and throughout their stay.
• Develop and implement patient-specific treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Document all patient interactions, treatments, and responses in accordance with hospital policy.

Medication Administration

• Administer medications as prescribed, including PRN medications.
• Monitor patients for side effects and effectiveness of medications.
• Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and patient reactions.

Patient Rights and Advocacy

• Treat all patients with dignity and respect, maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Ensure patients understand their rights, informed consent, and treatment options.
• Act as a patient advocate and provide non-judgmental, culturally sensitive care.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to assess and plan patient care.

Emergency Response

• Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies, demonstrating strong decision-making under pressure.
• Manage challenging patient behaviors, including de-escalation techniques and maintaining safety in the unit.