Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health
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Job Location:
Somerset, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health
Full TimeDays (12 hours)
Weekends Required (yes)
Commitment Bonus: $15000
Your experience matters
At Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Department/Unit Summary
- Adult psych unit age 18 and up - 22 beds - have an additional 8 beds as overflow unit
- Geri Psych unit age 65 and over - 7 geri beds
Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application or have questions
Please contactMelissa Taylor bytextingcallingorschedule a time and date that works for you byclicking the link below.
Youll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills to directly impact patient wellbeing.
What we offer
- Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Commitment Bonus $15000 (days)
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
- Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
- Income-protection programs such as life accident critical-injury insurance short- and long-term disability and identity theft coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan assistance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program including mental physical and financial wellness
- Professional development and growth opportunities
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and requirements
Applicants should have a current state RN license or a current multistate compact license and possess an associate orbachelors degree from an accredited nursing school.
Additional requirements & Certifications include:
- One (1) year experience in a behavioral health care setting preferred.
- Current American Heart Association BCLS certification or obtained within three months from date of hire.
- Handle With Care Safe Physical Management upon hire
- Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Performs plan of care intervention including medication administration specimen collection clinical treatments as well as other medical care treatment.
- Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
RN BHU Position Summary
- Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
- Reports to: Director of Behavioral Health
- Documents patient care given.
- Monitors records and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team physician patient and family.
Assists patients with performing activities of daily living including personal hygiene elimination nutrition and ambulation. - Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care including patient transfer discharge referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
- Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age culture condition and circumstances.
- Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
About our Health System
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a 295-bed hospital located in Somerset Kentucky and is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed tomaking communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
