Nationalhcs has Registered Nurse (RN) positions available in St Louis, MO area. Psychiatric experience is preferred.
Specifics
Shift:
Night shift (7pm-7am)
Day shift (7am-7pm)
Full-time
40-hours per week
Days worked are rotating and may include every other weekend
Renewable contract assignment
Description of Work
Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history
Plan and provide nursing care for patients
Make nursing diagnoses of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommends treatment options
Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients
Administer and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arranges further medical attention when necessary.
Assist the patient in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment
Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients
Test for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain
Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physicians' written orders
Maintain patient confidentiality
Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical record keeping
Perform administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system
Perform other related work as required
Requirements
Completion of the nursing degree program in a recognized school of nursing
Active/Clear license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri
Direct care experience within the previous year
Ability to follow care plans and/or clinical orders
Active/Clear BLS (American Heart Association)
Successful completion of competency testing, drug screen, background check, physical exam, immunizations, and other agency screening/application requirements
Successful completion of other Client screening/application requirements
