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Registered Nurse (RN) (Psych/Behavioral Health)- Night Shift
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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.
$74,971 / year median in Oklahoma
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- Full time, Part-time, or PRN
- Night shift
- This is a Mercy Hospital position
- partnered with Horizon Health.
- Mercy hospital is seeking an experienced behavioral health RN Nurse to join the team in Ada, OK.
Responsibilities:
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for psychiatric patients. Monitor and document patient progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions. Provide patient and family education to support understanding of treatment plans and recovery goals. Promote safety by implementing de-escalation strategies, crisis intervention, and adherence to safety protocols. Collaborate with physicians, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care. Oversee nursing staff Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits- including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Qualifications:
Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN). Active RN license Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire. One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course
- CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses
- OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse
- BLS (Basic Life Support
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization
S.T.A.B.L.E.
(Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment &Care Modules- C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification
- Other unit specific certifications as required