RN- Full Time Position Available In Gwinnett, Georgia

RN- Full Time Lakeview Behavioral Health – 2.8

Norcross, GA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$77.4K – $95.9K a year 1 day ago Qualifications CPR Certification Medication administration RN License Mid-level Associate Degree in Nursing Care plans Leadership Communication skills Full Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide and coordinate care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of patient, develop and implement nursing care plans, maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Ensure physician’s orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patient’s status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information gathered is documented. Collaborate with others to ensure that all patients’ physical, biopsychosocial, age, developmental and cultural needs are met and when they are not met, acknowledges and works to resolve customer complaints. Notify physician of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency or change in medical status regarding response to medications, etc. Ensure nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs and initial treatment plan is completed upon admission. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note and document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Responsible for completing admission and discharge processed efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, being respectful to personal space, giving patient direct attention and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, coworkers and others involved in patient treatment in an effective manner.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required. One or more years’ nursing experience within clinical area of service provided by facility preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

Current RN license as required by state. CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Education Required Associates or better in Nursing/Healthcare Licenses & Certifications Required Reg Nurse Skills Required Leadership Attention to

Detail Communication Behaviors Required Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Innovative:

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Required Self-Starter:

Inspired to perform without outside help

Entrepreneurial Spirit:

Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.