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Access: Supports for Living

RN - Psychiatric Urgent Care

Access: Supports for Living, Kingston, New York, United States

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Location Kingston, NY

Hours Monday - Friday / 9:30am - 6pm. NO WEEKENDS!

Rate of Pay $45.00

Licensing Requirement NY State RN License required*

Job Description We provide individual, family and group clinical services to support people including children, adolescents, adults, and families from all walks of life who are experiencing life stressors or acute behavioral challenges using Evidenced Based Clinical Practices. For qualified professionals seeking hands on experience with a variety of Evidence Based Practices training and clinical supervision will be provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assess and triage patient appropriately based on their acuity.

Conducts assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.

Provides general nursing care to the patients in accordance to the nursing standards.

Consults with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment options.

Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with the nursing standards.

Assess, observe, record and report patient’s condition and reaction to treatment to the team.

Educates patient/family about procedures, medications, nutritional maintenance of health and wellness.

Acts as patient advocate.

Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.

Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team in planning the care of the patient and discharge planning including follow-up and outreach after discharge.

Maintain examination rooms for necessary supplies and equipment.

Ensure cleanliness in the work area. Keep neat and orderly.

Prepares supplies and equipment and assist providers during examinations and treatment.

Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

NY State RN License and minimum 1 year experience.

EOE

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