RN - Adult Geriatric Psych - Nights

Health eCareers; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated RN for their Senior Behavioral Health Unit. This rewarding role involves caring for senior patients with psychiatric disorders, providing medication management, and leading group therapy sessions. You'll work in a supportive environment alongside a team of healthcare professionals, making a significant impact on patients' lives. The position offers a full-time schedule with rotating shifts, allowing you to develop meaningful relationships with patients during their stay. If you are passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO/Vacation Time

Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

Shift Differentials

Stay Premium Program

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license and meet state board requirements.
• Physical demands include lifting 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide care for psychiatric patients.
• Facilitate group therapy and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Group Therapy Facilitation

Counseling Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

MERCY HOSPITAL ARDMORE

Department: RN Senior Behavioral Health Unit

Status: Full-Time (36 hrs/wk)

Shift: Nights

Schedule: Two (2) days on, Two (2) days off; Rotating Weekends

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Incentives:

• Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus
• Stay Premium Program - based on years of Mercy Service
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials

Overview:

The SBU unit at Mercy Ardmore is a 13-bed locked unit that averages 11-12 patients per day. We care for senior patients who have diagnosed psychiatric disorders. Most of our patients have dementia with behavioral disturbances, but we also treat patients with depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and other psychiatric disorders. Our unit accepts patients over the age of 62, but some patients may be slightly younger but “geriatric-like”. The unit is a “well unit” which means that our patients must be medically stable to remain on the unit. If patients develop an infectious disease or become medically unstable, then they are transferred off the unit to a medical floor. The patients are expected to participate in group therapy daily led by a certified occupational therapist or technician, and some patients receive individual counseling based on need.

Some of the procedures performed on the unit include but are not limited to: medication administration, foley placement and care, IV placement and management, wound care, assistance with ADLs and functional mobility. Patients are generally on the unit an average of 11 days; therefore, there is an opportunity to bond and get to know patients very well. Our team is like family, and the culture is positive. The SBH team consists of a psychiatrist, virtual nurse practitioners, hospitalists, dieticians, pastoral care, discharge planner, social worker, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists. Family members are encouraged to visit during designated visitation hours.

One of our nurses stated:

“I love working on SBH because our work helps people whose psychiatric problems disrupt normal life. With medication management, group activities, and counseling, our patients can often resume a more normal life. The work we do is very rewarding. Many of our patients arrive in acute distress, and they leave smiling and in a much better state of mind. I love making a difference in their lives and enhancing the quality of their lives.”

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Physical requirements/demands:
  • Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
  • Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
• Experience: Can be a new or experienced RN.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.