Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit directs nursing service activities for assigned patients in the psychiatric unit. Delegates responsibilities to auxiliary and psychiatric staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of psychiatric patient clinical records, and writes reports on psychiatric staff performance and services rendered. Being a Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Additionally, Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Inova Fairfax Hospital is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Adolescent Psychiatry Unit on the day shift. This is a full-time position with a 3 x 12-hour shift schedule (7:00 am to 7:30 pm). Previous psychiatric experience in an inpatient setting is strongly preferred.
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift (3 x 12 hour shifts, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm)
Inova Fairfax Hospital is proud to be recognized as the #1 Hospital in the DC metro area by U.S. News & World Report's annual hospital rankings. We are a leading healthcare institution committed to providing the highest quality care to our community. Our mission is to deliver world-class healthcare to every patient, every time.
The Adolescent Psychiatry Unit:
At Inova Fairfax Hospital, our inpatient units are designed to provide clients with safety, structure, and stabilization. Our interdisciplinary team works together to ensure the best possible care for our patients. Therapeutic group activities, including creative art therapy, are an integral part of our patient-centered approach. The average nurse-to-patient ratio on this unit is 4-5:1, ensuring that you can provide personalized care to those who need it most.
As a Registered Nurse, you will provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination
through an understanding of patients, families, nurses and healthcare delivery teams. To help achieve
our mission, you will consistently provide safe and therapeutic care in a holistic/systematic way while
incorporating differences into the provision of care and conducting all patient care in a patient/family
centered manner. Your ability to integrate knowledge, skills and experiences to meet the needs of
patients and families throughout the continuum, to include patient and family education, is of vital
importance. Communicating effectively and working cooperatively with others while having respect for
and an understanding of other clinical disciplines is required. Your ability to determine processes for
delivery of care from direct patient/family communication, technology and other healthcare team member
collaboration is essential.
Duties:
Requirements:
Experience Required: 1 year of Registered Nurse clinical experience
Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 24 months of start date.
Certification: BLS certification required.
Licensure - Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
Special Skills - Proficient in English. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others. Proficient computer skills required.
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