Behavioral Health Nurse Specialist

3 weeks ago


Wichita Falls, Texas, United States Acadia Healthcare Full time
Job Title: Registered Nurse

At Acadia Healthcare, we are committed to providing superior comprehensive behavioral healthcare and substance abuse services to the people, communities, and hospitals we serve.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team at Red River Hospital. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals struggling with behavioral health and substance abuse issues.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide and coordinate care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of patients, developing and implementing nursing care plans, maintaining medical records, and educating patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
  • Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
  • Ensure physician's orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
  • Ensure patient's status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information gathered is documented. Notify physician of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, or change in medical status regarding response to medications, etc.
  • Nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Initial treatment plan is completed upon admission.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
  • Accurately administer medications per ordered note and document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
  • Responsible for completing admission and discharge processed efficiently and accurately as directed.
  • Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, being respectful to personal space, giving patient direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
  • Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
  • Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, coworkers, and others involved in patient treatment in an effective manner.
Requirements:
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Current RN license in the State of Texas or Multistate License.
  • CPR and SAMA certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • PRN Requirements: Work at least 4 (12 hour) shifts per month which includes a weekend shift and major or minor holiday.
  • Shift Availability: 7pm - 7am

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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