Geri Psych Registered Nurse

Prime Healthcare • Gadsden, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Geri Psych Registered Nurse ; otherwise known as a Psychiatric-Mental Health RN. A Geri Psych RN provides care and support to individuals with mental health disorders and substance use disorders. They work with patients, families, groups, and communities to assess mental health needs, develop individualized plans of care, and promote well-being. Shift’s Available: Nights Employment Type: PRN Hours: 7:00pm to 7:00am Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL

Requirements

• Must have current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards.
• Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units.
• Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care.

Responsibilities

• Gauges the behavioral health patients’ psychiatric state, collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to support each patients’ care plan
• Has strong de-escalation skills, maintains patient safety during restraint, hold or seclusion events, conducts education
• Helps prepare the patient and family for a safe discharge and therapeutic continuum of care
• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions
• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status
• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met
• Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission
• Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans
• Epic computer charting

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed