Provides efficient and well-coordinated direct patient care following the Hospital policies and procedures and standards of care as set forth by the state and federal regulations
Performs a thorough assessment of the patient’s physical, psychosocial and/or emotional needs
Identifies and implements nursing interventions
Initiates patient’s discharge plan on admission
Monitors and reports patient’s symptoms, changes in status, and diagnostic test results
Administers treatments and medication and serves as the patient’s resource on medication indication, dosage, frequency, and side effects
Obtains consent for psychotropic medications and seasonal immunizations
Coordinates patient care with physicians and interdisciplinary team
Educate patients on discharge instructions
Coordinating follow-up care and home care needs
Adheres to infection control protocols (e.g. CAUTI, CLABSI, VAE, SSI protocols, etc.)
Maintains accurate medical records through complete and factual documentation
Participates in hospital-wide quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
Prompt reporting of all types of suspected and alleged abuse, adverse events, medication errors, and all identified unsafe practices in the Hospital
Ensures patient safety and satisfaction

Requirements:

Previous experience in a skilled nursing center or hospital preferred
Must have current Illinois RN license and BLS
BSN preferred
1 year of experience working in an acute psychiatric setting
CPR certified
Working knowledge of general and psycho-education group therapy, therapeutic relationships, and age-specific growth and development is good to have
Preferred ability to float to Med Surg or Tele
Days/Nights available
Meditech experience preferred but not required
Willing to rotate between two hospitals (2.5 miles apart)

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