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RN-Behavioral Health (WO)

SSM Health, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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RN-Behavioral Health (WO) at SSM Health MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Summary

Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility. Responsibilities

Completes admitting and shift assessments on assigned patients including behaviors; accurately and within time-frame set in policy and procedures. Utilizes critical thinking skills and judgement to analyze patient assessment data and notify physician of changes in condition. Participates in the development, review and evaluation of multidisciplinary treatment plans as per policies and procedures. Documents all nursing care given and adheres to nursing standards and ministry policies and procedures. Consistently and accurately implements and records physicians orders. Assesses and monitors patients and environment for safety within the unit. Serves as a clinical resource and supervises care delivered by LPNs and techs. Educates patients and families based on assessed needs and documents education provided in the Electronic Health Record. Applies evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient age-specific and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. Demonstrates professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model and uses the ANA Code of Ethics to guide responses to health and nursing needs of patients and patient populations. Maintains a constant state of alertness and adheres to a safe practice environment. Performs other duties as assigned. Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing Experience

One year registered nurse experience Physical Requirements

Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near and far, and to identify colors. Frequent use of smell to detect odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and alarms. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. Licenses and Certifications

State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) State of Work Location: Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Or Registered Nurse (RN) issued by Compact State State of Work Location: Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Schedule

Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type

Employee Department

1202000100 BHS - Geriatric Scheduled Weekly Hours

36 Benefits

Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: DailyPay provides instant access to earned base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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