RN | Acute Psychiatric Unit - Day Shift

Bay Area Hospital; Coos Bay, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Acute Psychiatric Unit (APU) in a full-time days shift. You will apply the nursing process, educate patients and families, and document care in the medical record. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team is essential for coordinated patient care.

Requirements include Oregon RN licensure and BLS; prior acute care experience is preferred. The role emphasizes safety, patient teaching, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Oregon license.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Recent acute care hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and plan care within RN scope.
• Perform nursing diagnoses and update care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient response.
• Assist with daily living activities and fall risk management.
• Document care and teaching in the EMR.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for patient needs.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Patient care

Documentation

EMR usage

Education

RN license

BLS certified

Oregon license

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Bay Area Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Acute Psychiatric Unit (APU) in a full-time days shift. You will apply the nursing process, educate patients and families, and document care in the medical record. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team is essential for coordinated patient care.

Requirements include Oregon RN licensure and BLS; prior acute care experience is preferred. The role emphasizes safety, patient teaching, and adherence to hospital policies.