Transitional Care RN: Patient-Focused & Growth Ready

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Transitional Care Unit, delivering direct patient care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting.

You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care; educate patients and families on illnesses, medications, and post-treatment needs; promote patient safety and quality across the continuum; collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive transitions.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or associate's degree required.
• Current RN license.
• Bachelor's degree preferred and <2 years of experience.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work alertly and safely.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Develop individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, medications, and post-treatment needs.
• Promote patient safety and quality compliance.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Communicate plans across the continuum of care.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient values and barriers.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree

RN license

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Mental Health Association of Rochester seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Transitional Care Unit, delivering direct patient care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting.

You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care; educate patients and families on illnesses, medications, and post-treatment needs; promote patient safety and quality across the continuum; collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive transitions.