RN | APU - Full Time Days

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

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee:

We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description: RN | APU - Full Time Days

Time Type:

Full time

Time Type:

Full time

Hours per Pay Period:

72

Shift:

Day Shift 12-36

Minimum:

$47.82 USD

Maximum:

$71.26 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department:

Acute Psychiatric Unit

Job Description:

Registered Nurse - Acute Psychiatric Unit APUWithin the RN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients. Teaches patients and significant others. Documents patient care in the medical record. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

Within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients. Teaches patients and significant others. Documents patient care in the medical record. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses patients, as appropriate to the scope of care the nurse will provide. Assessments may include: physical, psychosocial, learning needs and barriers, needs related to age/culture, discharge planning.
• Establishes nursing diagnoses based on results of assessments and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Plans care according to identified diagnoses and needs. Updates plan of care as appropriate.
• Implements/performs individualized care, based on nursing care plan and the nurse’s role with the patient. This care may include but not be limited to:
• Assisting with activities of daily living, including fall risk management and safe patient handling.
• Medication administration
• Skin assessment/wound care
• Pain management
• Operation/manipulation of biomedical and other patient care and testing equipment, including but not limited to infusion pumps, patient transfer equipment, cardiopulmonary monitors, invasive catheters and drains, thermoregulation devices, measurement devices, medication dispensing cabinets, external therapeutic devices.
• Assisting the physician and other licensed, independent practitioners with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Teaching patients and their families about current illness, medical tests, medication, general healthcare, illness and disease prevention, and wellness promotion.
• Providing appropriate assignment, supervision, and direction to unlicensed assistive personnel in order to ensure optimum patient care.
• Providing interdisciplinary coordination and facilitation of overall care.
• Documents patient assessments, interventions, care, and teaching in the electronic medical record. Documents in paper format, as necessary. Documentation is complete, concise, timely, and legible.
• Evaluates care provided, communicates patient status and results of care to the interdisciplinary team.
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Creates safe therapeutic milieu on the unit
• Attends group activities, observes patient interaction; participates as requested by group leader
• Participates in treatment team meetings
• If appropriately credentialed, performs duties of Qualified Mental Health Professional as assigned
• Able to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language.
• Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Flexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly-changing patient and unit needs.
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills.
• Responds effectively to patient crisis/emergency situations
• Proficient in use of computer, including accessing internet, word processing, and documenting in an electronic medical record system.
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oregon
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Organization approved workplace violence training required or obtained by the last day of the month after the 90 day grace period
• National certification in behavioral health nursing preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Recent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experience preferred

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: ONA

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds