RN -Psych, (FT Nights)

Baton Rouge General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and innovative Behavioral Health Unit nurse. This rewarding role focuses on improving the quality of life for patients through effective care coordination and engagement. You will have the opportunity to maintain and enhance your nursing skills while working with a diverse patient population. If you possess a current Louisiana RN license and have a passion for psychiatric care, this position will provide you with the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of those you serve. Join a team dedicated to proactive and patient-centered care, and take your nursing career to the next level.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of psychiatric experience preferred.
• Current Louisiana RN licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care processes including assessment and planning.
• Improve quality of life for patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Engagement Skills

Psychiatric Care

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Caring. Patient. Innovative. Proactive. If these characteristics describe you, then BRG has a rewarding opportunity to offer- Behavioral Health Unit nurse. This unit requires a nurse to think ahead of the patient, teach the patient about their disorder, and help them navigate through the challenges they will face. This unit will offer you the ability to maintain your basic nursing skills while perfecting progressive nursing techniques. Polish your engagement skills as this unit consists of a diverse population of patients. From the typical to unique situations, you are sure to further your competences on this unit.

JOB PURPOSE OR MISSION: To improve the quality of life of patients and families by coordinating patient care processes of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and appropriate support services for the age population served, as defined in the department's scope of service.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1 year psychiatric experience preferred

SPECIAL SKILL, LICENSE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Current Louisiana RN licensure
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Certification encouraged/preferred
• Addiction Certification encouraged/preferred