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SalaryFloor Nurse-Hickory Behavioral Network
Direct Report to CNO
Primary Purpose and Function:
The RN will be responsible for the healthcare of both female and male patients, performing comprehensive physical health assessments on all and formulating a plan of care that includes physician orders, medications, education, and treatments. The RN/LPN must be able to perform all duties independently and use safe practice standards according to the Nurse Practice Act.
Minimum Qualifications:
- RN must have completed a nursing degree from and accredited school of Nursing
- At least 2 years prior experience as an RN/LPN preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience
- Certified BLS provider.
- Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Computer proficiency, including Excel, Word, Publisher, and EMR required
- An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person
- Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with patients and demonstrate sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide patient-driven customer service, and exercise time management skills
- Schedule flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED
Schedule: 7Ppm - 7am, rotating weekends
- Must hold valid driver's license with reliable transportation
Primary Responsibilities:
- Performs initial admission assessments, verifies medications brought into the treatment center, and obtains orders for all patients.
- Maintains all medications in a safe and secure manner as per facility policies and is responsible for maintaining narcotic count
- Timely and complete medical record documentation
- Develops and implements nursing care plan
- Adheres to training and development standards set forth by Hickory, Joint Commission, and State Regulations
- Upholds familiarity with State and Federal laws and regulations
Pay Band: Full Time, RN: $31-$38/hr
As this is not an all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned as required by Patient and Facility needs
