ed Nurse - Geriatric

Schedule:

36 hours weekly, 7 PM to 7AM.

Type:

In Person.

The Geriatric Neuropsychiatry Unit is a 14-bed unit providing treatment for patients whose psychiatric symptoms may be the result of Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease, neurodegenerative disorders or head traumas.

As a ed Nurse/RN you will:

• Perform a full range of professional psychiatric nursing services, including assessing, planning, administering, and evaluating patient care in accordance with team treatment plans.
• Administer medical treatment as prescribed by physician.
• Teach and provide psychosocial support to patients and their families.
• Provide day-to-day clinical direction to assigned Mental Health Workers or other paraprofessional staff.
• Document and report patient progress to treatment team.

Requirements:

• Must possess a current license as a ed Nurse (RN) in the State of Maryland (or compact state) at time of appointment and continuously while in position.
  
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting preferred
  
• Preferred Geriatric and/or Med-Surg experience (at least 1 year)
  
• All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.
  
• AHA CPR required before first day of employment
  What we need from you.
  
• Must hold current registered nurse (RN) licensure to practice in Maryland at the time of appointment and maintain licensure throughout the duration of employment.
  
• Candidates residing in a compact state may apply with a multistate license and must obtain a Maryland RN license within 60 days of relocation.
  
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary.
  
• At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives.

We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
  
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
  
• 403b retirement match
  
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
  
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Generous mileage reimbursement program
  Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives.

We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
  
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
  
• 403b retirement match
  
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
  
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Generous mileage reimbursement program
  Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual's facing life's challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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