Psychiatric Nurse

3 weeks ago

Thomasville, Georgia, United States Amedisys Full time
About Amedisys

Amedisys is a leading provider of home health, hospice, and high-acuity care, dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric RN to join our team at Amedisys. As a Psychiatric RN, you will provide high-quality patient care in the comfort of their own homes, working closely with our interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.

Responsibilities
  • Perform initial nursing evaluations, including behavioral health/psychiatric nursing needs.
  • Observe and evaluate the physical and mental status of patients for complications and medication side effects.
  • Maintain awareness for indicators in patients' behavior that call for change in the treatment modality (crisis, suicidal ideation) as well as other medical signs and symptoms.
  • Instruct patients/caregivers in cognitive and technical aspects of care, medication regimes, disease processes, safety interventions, ADL care, coping skills, symptom management, and other interventions.
  • Administer IM medications, perform lab draws, and specimen collections.
  • Act as a case manager in coordinating care for patients as assigned.
  • Complete documentation timely and accurately.
  • Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
  • Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager, psychiatrist, and care team.
Qualifications
  • Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
  • Must have one of the following to meet CMS requirements for psychiatric nursing in the home care setting:
    • An RN with a master's degree in a mental health nursing or psychiatric specialty. Must have nursing experience in an acute treatment unit or other psychiatric setting.
    • An RN with a bachelor's degree in nursing. Must have one year of recent nursing experience in an acute treatment unit or other psychiatric setting.
    • An RN with a diploma or associate's degree in nursing. Must have two years of recent nursing experience in an acute treatment unit or other psychiatric setting.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
What We Offer

Amedisys offers a competitive compensation package, including attractive pay, a full benefits package, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

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