PSYCH RN

Infi care
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/7/2022 CLOSED ON 5/7/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSYCH RN position at Infi care?

15551399

$73/ Hr

13 week long contract with possible extension

Hours Per Week: 36.00

Hours Per Day: 12.00

Schedule Notes: 7pm-7am, 13 weeks

Days Per Week: 3.00

Duties:

POSITION SUMMARY The Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered professional nurse who delivers, coordinates, & evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process & the STANDARDS of care & practices. The Staff Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge & skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety & related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served. Non-exempt position.

QUALIFICATIONS Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Kentucky State Board of Nursing. Additional Requirements: CPR certification & Handle with Care training prior to assisting in a restraining process. Must pass a medication administration exam. Knowledge of psychiatric & medical nursing procedures essential. 2. Knowledge of Mental Health Laws & Child Abuse/Neglect/Maltreatment reporting laws. 3. Skill in organizing & prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines. 4. Skill in telephone etiquette & paging procedures. 5. Effective oral & written communication skills. 6. Ability to communicate effectively with patients & co-workers. 7. Ability to adhere to safety policies & procedures. 8. Ability to use good judgment & to maintain confidentiality of information. 9. Ability to work as a team player. 10. Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience & dedication. 11. Ability to accept direction & adhere to policies & procedures. 12. Ability to recognize the importance of adapting to the various patient age groups (adolescent, adult & geriatric). 13. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 14. Ability to meet corporate deadlines. 15. Ability to react calmly & effectively in emergency situations. 16. Knowledge of basic customer service principles.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, & SPECIAL DEMANDS 1. Ability to sit & st& (one-third of the shift) & walk (two-thirds of the shift). 2. Ability to reach above, or below waist height, kneel, bend, stoop, turn, twist & throw (occasionally to frequently). 3. Ability to see well enough to read charts, treatment plans & typewritten materials. 4. Ability to hear well enough to detect noise on the unit & have the ability to discern odors. 5. Ability to frequently push/pull wheeled carts from 100 to 200 lbs. 6. Ability to frequently lift & carry 10 lbs.; occasionally 20 to 50 lbs. 7. Ability to manipulate small & large tools (electric thermometer, telephone, wheelchair, blood pressure cuffs, walkers, paper punch, addressograph, restraints, staplers, EKG machine, copy machine, etc.) 8. Ability to spend 95% of the work day inside in temperature varying from 60 to 90 degrees F., where noise levels range from low to high & the ability to spend 5% of the work day outside in temperature varying from 30 to 110 degrees F. 9. Ability to frequently Handle hazardous/infectious waste. 10. Ability to work in an environment where chemicals are frequently used for cleaning, where medical & electrical hazards may occasionally be present & where dust, mist & steam are frequently generated in housekeeping tasks. 11. Ability to work at a rapid pace & perform a verity of repetitive duties. 12. Ability to response to exposure to blood & body fluids.
Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree - Desired CPI - Preferred Per Facility - Highly desired CPR certification & Handle with Care training - Required Currently licensed to practice by the Kentucky State Board of Nursing. - Required Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility - Desired: 2 Years Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing - Required Handle with Care - Preferred Per Facility - Highly desired Must pass a medication administration exam. - Required
Education:
Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $73.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Night shift

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (Preferred)
  • RN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $73 - $0

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