Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health - Maryview Medical Center
Company: Bon Secours
Location: Portsmouth
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! $20,000 Sign
On Bonus Eligible for experienced RN's Summary of Primary
Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Behavioral Health
Registered Nurse (RN) functions as a care provider of a
multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of
comprehensive patient care utilizing the nursing process of
assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation
through evidence-based practices, policies, procedures, guidelines
of the organization, and within the State's Nurse Practice Act. The
RN provides a safe and therapeutic environment for patients by
managing the milieu and ensures patient care is delivered in an
individualized manner, expressing dignity and respect for each
patient. The RN collaborates with providers and treatment team
members to ensure the achievement of desired patient
outcomes.Essential Job Functions--- In collaboration with members
of interdisciplinary teams, establishes goals and strategies for
meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the patient.---
Collects and records nursing assessment of the physical and
behavioral health status of the patient.--- Effectively
communicates assessment information, the nursing component, and all
modifications of the plan of care to appropriate members of the
treatment team and interdisciplinary team.--- Applies effective
interviewing skills to elicit information from patient and/or
family/significant other that is necessary to plan and implement
the treatment plan.--- Develops, maintains, or modifies the
individualized treatment plan of care.--- Executes the treatment
plan as developed by the provider and interdisciplinary team
members.--- Continuously evaluates the patient's response to the
nursing interventions, quality of patient care and care environment
to ensure optimal patient outcomes are met.--- Participates in the
safe management of the milieu, intervening effectively with
patients who are having coping difficulty, utilizing therapeutic
prevention/intervention techniques.--- Acts as the patient
advocate.--- BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care
in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH
Nursing Professional Practice Model.This document is not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties,
requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as
required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable
accommodation.Licensing/CertificationCurrent RN License in the
state in which they are working or covered by compact (required)BLS
Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved
source prior to direct patient care)PALS Pediatric Advanced Life
Support (required for Pediatric BH Units)EducationBachelor of
Science Nursing (preferred)Work Experience1 year of RN experience
(required)Recent Behavioral Health experience
(preferred)TrainingDe-Escalation Training (preferred)EPIC
Electronic Health Record (EHR) Training (preferred)Skills---
Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and
scope of practice of staff.--- Orients, facilitates learning
experience, and provides education (based upon quality improvement
indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and
others.--- Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to
provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current
standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission.---
Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition
and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive
resources.--- Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and
prioritizes plan of care.--- Application of the nursing process in
patient care delivery.--- Assesses patient's physical and emotional
responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention
and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly.--- Assists
patient and family in coping with patient's illness.---
Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient
care.--- Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication
skills.--- Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when
caring for patients and their support resources.--- Recognizes own
limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to
perform safely.--- Advances personal and professional growth
through participation in educational programs, current literature,
in-services, and workshops.--- Exhibits professionalism through
accountability for own and delegated actions.--- Integrates
cost-effective measures into practice and models effective
stewardship of available resources.--- Practices self-care and
cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances.---
Protects the safety and privacy of all persons.--- Understanding
and utilization of office and clinical technologies.--- Ability to
communicate with patients in a manner they can understand
considering their personal preferences.--- Compassionate,
relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness,
suffering, pain, and existence.--- Remains calm, adaptive, and
collective during an emergency.--- De-escalation--- Empathy---
Knowledge of Psychology, Mental Health, and Behavioral Health---
Ability to set clear boundariesWorking ConditionsPeriods of high
stress and fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to
physical altercations and verbal abuseMay be required to use
physical restraintsMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright
lightsMay be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious
materials May have periods of constant interruptionsGeneral office
environment Individuals in this position are required to exercise
universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and
devices, and learn the policies concerning infection
control.Physical RequirementsLifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.):
34-66%Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)
34-66%Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Stoop/Kneel 1-33%Crawling
1-33%Climbing 1-33%Balance 1-33%Bending 34-66%Sitting 34-66%Walking
34-66%Standing 34-66%Additional Physical Requirements/HazardsManual
dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight
of patientsHear alarms/telephone/tape recorderReach above
shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor
VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearDepth perceptionUse of Latex
GlovesExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to
moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential
electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to
high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposurePatient
PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his
or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of
growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability
to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets
the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to
provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and
procedures.Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics
(65 years and older)Bon Secours is an equal opportunity
employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work
with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision
plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife
insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings
plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled
Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Days/Nights (United States of
America)Department:Adult Psychiatric Unit - MaryviewAll applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status,
and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or
policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours
- Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,
which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers,
please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would
like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the
employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition
Team at .
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