Registered Nurse RN - Psych Unit
$73,528–$111,446 year
On-siteArlington Heights, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Assess patients with behavioral health conditions and develop individualized nursing care plans. Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions while monitoring patient status and documenting care in the EMR. Respond to psychiatric crises using de-escalation techniques and facilitate therapeutic groups to promote recovery. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate patients on treatment plans, and implement seclusion or restraint procedures when clinically indicated. Work full-time nights shifts (7p-7:30a) in the Adult Intensive Unit for males, with a sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.
Required Qualifications
- current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
- Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards
- Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units
- Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care
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