
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health @ Highland Clarksburg Hospital in Clarksburg, WV
Job Description
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) will provide care to adult patients with behavioral health needs in a hospital setting. The RN will work 3x12-hour night shifts, including weekdays and every other weekend. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient monitoring, and crisis intervention.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide direct patient care to behavioral health patients.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the healthcare team.
• Implement and maintain seclusion protocols/procedures
• Assist with physical hold protocols.
• Psychoeducation
• Respond to crisis situations and provide intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Document patient care accurately and completely in EMR (Avatar).
• Function as a charge nurse, if applicable, based on experience.
Required Qualifications
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in West Virginia or compact state (Pending License Acceptable).
• BLS certification from AHA
• CPI/First Aid certification or ability to obtain during orientation.
• Experience with charting systems.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous charge experience.
• Travel experience.
• 1.5 Years of experience.
• Experience working with Adolescent and Forensic patients.
Skills & Competencies
• Anxiety disorders
• Bipolar Disorder
• Depressive disorders
• Psychotic Disorders
• Schizophrenia-spectrum disorders
• Substance use
• Suicidal behavior
• Trauma-and Stressor-Related Disorders
• Medication Administration
• Blood glucose monitoring
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop appropriate care plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of behavioral health principles and practices.
Shift Details
• Night Shift: 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00)
• 36 Orientation Hours
• Every other weekend
Licensing Requirements
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in West Virginia or compact state (Pending License Acceptable).
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Psychiatry
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
Hospital
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