RN Registered Nurse- Geriatric Psych

Baptist Health; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Prattville is seeking an RN for geriatrics-psych to supervise nursing staff on the third shift and ensure consistent patient care. The role involves assessment, care planning, and collaboration with physicians and clinicians to implement treatment plans.

A nursing degree is required with BSN preferred; active RN licensure and BLS certification are required, with ACLS/PALS and other certifications potentially needed depending on the unit.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing required, BSN preferred.
• Active RN licensure and BLS certification required.
• ACLS/PALS or related certifications may be required depending on area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing staff on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Use the nursing process for patient assessments, planning and care interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to plan and implement patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient assessment

Infection control

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

## RN Registered Nurse- Geriatric PsychApply: 1- Onsite: Prattville Baptist Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR107519Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.**Highlights:****Summary**: The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education/Experience**: Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.**License/Certification**: Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**: • Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards. • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. • Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. • Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.**Working Conditions/Physical Requirements**:Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.**Primary Location:**Prattville Baptist Hospital**Job:**RN Registered Nurse- Geriatric PsychRN - Registered Nurse**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:Third Shift (United States of America)