RN-Behavioral Health Child/Adol
Company: SSM Health
Location: Bridgeton
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description At SSM Health, we know the healing power of
presence begins with compassionate employees like you. As a
Registered Nurse, you---ve chosen a career where patients
matter---a lot. Our mission and values put the patient first and
place you in a position to improve each day. The child and
adolescent unit is an Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit, which has a
welcoming team that welcomes both experienced and Graduate Nurses.
Our nurses and care partners are known to work very well together,
and we pride ourselves on our teamwork. Whether you are looking to
build a solid foundation for the start of your career in nursing or
you are looking for new opportunities, Behavioral health is a great
start. You may know by now, you will encounter Behavioral Health
patients in every area of nursing, and having the skill to
effectively care for these patients is a skill you---ll use for a
lifetime Sign on bonus eligible up to 10,000 Provides direct
nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures
and protocols of the healthcare organization. PRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES Uses standards of medical-surgical nursing
practice to increase the quality of care and quality of life for
the patient, family, and significant other(s) by systematically
evaluating the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Establishes effective relationships and serves as an advocate with
the patient, family, and significant other(s) to facilitate the
development of the care plan unique to the patient---s care needs.
Uses the nursing process to develop and implement the plan of care,
collect assessment data for each patient, determine appropriate
nursing diagnoses, identify expected patient outcomes, determine
the plan of care, implement interventions, and evaluate patient
outcomes. Develops assessment and management strategies based on a
consideration of the physical, functional, cultural, social,
economic, developmental, spiritual, vocational, and leisure
dimensions of human responses to actual and potential health
problems. Demonstrates knowledge of the impact of actual or
potential illness and each patient---s physical, functional,
cultural, social, economic, developmental, spiritual, vocational,
and leisure status. Utilizes leadership skills by coordinating and
collaborating with the patient, family, significant other(s),
communities, and members of the inter-professional team in
assessing needs, setting goals, planning interventions, providing
care, and evaluating outcomes. Utilizes effective communication to
participate with the patient, family, significant other(s), and
other health care providers in collaborative decision making that
reflects the understanding that care should be culturally
sensitive, ethical, legal, holistic, informed, compassionate, and
humane, and within the boundaries of available economic resources.
Educates the patient, family, and significant other(s) about
measures that promote, maintain, and restore health or promote
comfort. Fosters a healthy work environment within the practice
setting and profession by serving as a mentor and role model for
nursing colleagues, students, and others. Applies the existing body
of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care
to medical-surgical nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is
delivered based on patient---s age-specific needs and clinical
needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. Performs
other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Graduate of accredited school
of nursing EXPERIENCE No experience required
Keywords: SSM Health, Springfield , RN-Behavioral Health Child/Adol, Healthcare , Bridgeton, Illinois
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