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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,762 / year median in Kansas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
HCA Healthcare is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse for our Adult Psych unit. In this role, you'll provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to adult behavioral health patients, including assessment, medication administration, treatment planning, and crisis intervention. You'll collaborate closely with psychiatrists, therapists, and support staff to ensure safety, therapeutic engagement, and high-quality outcomes. HCA Healthcare offers a culture of teamwork, learning, and integrity, with opportunities to grow your psychiatric nursing skills while making a meaningful impact on patient lives and the broader community. Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care to adult psychiatric patients, including assessments and care planning Administer medications and monitor for effectiveness and side effects Perform ongoing mental status, safety, and suicide risk assessments Support therapeutic interventions, groups, and patient education Respond to behavioral crises using de-escalation and safety protocols Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and timely Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and coping strategies Adhere to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and infection control practices Participate in unit quality improvement and professional development activities Required Skills Psychiatric nursing assessment Medication administration and monitoring Crisis intervention and de-escalation Suicide and safety risk assessment Care planning and clinical documentation Behavioral health treatment modalities Patient and family education Interdisciplinary team collaboration Infection control and patient safety Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency
Benefits
- Professional Development