Psychiatric Nurse Specialist

7 days ago


Alexandria, Louisiana, United States Longleaf Hospital Full time
Overview

At Longleaf Hospital, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality care to patients with mental health conditions.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of psychiatric nursing principles and practices, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams. As a Registered Nurse at Longleaf Hospital, you will be responsible for providing individualized care to patients, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Longleaf Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and professional development opportunities. We also offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate your needs and promote work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care, including assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and educating patients and their families about various health conditions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care, including physicians, therapists, and social workers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams, using active listening skills and empathetic approaches to build trust and rapport.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Demonstrate knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and practices, including crisis intervention, medication management, and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements.
• One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

We estimate the salary for this position to be approximately $65,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

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