Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
Registered Nurse
Red Rock Behavioral Health Services, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Registered Nurse at Red Rock Behavioral Health Services
Oklahoma City, OK
Summary Provides nursing care and coordinates medical/psychiatric care for clients. Provides clients with continuity of care.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Performs nursing assessments in order to identify client’s needs and plan of care
Provides treatment for existing and emergency health care conditions
Assesses medical appropriateness for admission and continually assesses throughout clients’ stay
Consults with Psychiatrist if change in medical status occurs with referral to more appropriate level of care
Administers medication and maintains clinical charts
Observes, records, and initiates orders, maintains inventory (including injections) and uses appropriate action concerning client reaction to medication and therapeutic procedures
Monitors activities and job duties of Mental Health Assistants/Technicians assigned to their shifts
Reviews and monitors client’s progress through supervision and disposition of cases; confers with other programs/agencies, doctors, etc. as required regarding client welfare
Documents completed according to nursing standards of care, agency policy and procedures
Assists in assessment of clients’ mental status on a daily basis, including RN health wellness exams
Performs a variety of professional medical nursing duties under the direction and supervision of the Psychiatrist; collects routine laboratory specimen, administers injectable medications, administers emergency medication, communicates with pharmacies regarding doctor’s orders for medications and related duties
Counts and documents locked as‑needed medications
Supports and assists with the facilitation of Care Plans for consumers within the Red Rock Health Team
Educates clients to possible side effects of injectable medications
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oklahoma
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated experience in use of physical assessment skills and the ability to handle medical emergencies
Must be able to work shift‑work
One year experience preferred
Knowledge and experience working with administration of psychotropic medications, preferred
Knowledge of psychiatric nursing, practices, techniques and procedures, preferred
Experience working in a psychiatric setting, preferred
Certification in mental health nursing a plus
Physical Requirements
Must have the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must have the ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 pounds: Cannot have errors. We'll continue.
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time
Ability to use telephone, PC, fax machine, copy machine, and printer
HOW WE TAKE CARE OF YOU!
We pay a generous portion of your Health Insurance
Low-cost Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan with employer contributions equal to 5% of annual salary
Student Loan Repayment Options
No Cost Employee Assistance Plan
3 Weeks Paid Time-Off (increases annually between years 2-10)
9 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
4 Rest and Relaxation Days
3 days of Education Leave
4 hours of Volunteer Leave
Eligible for Pay Increases and Bonuses Annually
Employer Paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities Red Rock Behavioral Health Services does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital/familial status, sexual orientation, or disability.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Mental Health Care
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Summary Provides nursing care and coordinates medical/psychiatric care for clients. Provides clients with continuity of care.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Performs nursing assessments in order to identify client’s needs and plan of care
Provides treatment for existing and emergency health care conditions
Assesses medical appropriateness for admission and continually assesses throughout clients’ stay
Consults with Psychiatrist if change in medical status occurs with referral to more appropriate level of care
Administers medication and maintains clinical charts
Observes, records, and initiates orders, maintains inventory (including injections) and uses appropriate action concerning client reaction to medication and therapeutic procedures
Monitors activities and job duties of Mental Health Assistants/Technicians assigned to their shifts
Reviews and monitors client’s progress through supervision and disposition of cases; confers with other programs/agencies, doctors, etc. as required regarding client welfare
Documents completed according to nursing standards of care, agency policy and procedures
Assists in assessment of clients’ mental status on a daily basis, including RN health wellness exams
Performs a variety of professional medical nursing duties under the direction and supervision of the Psychiatrist; collects routine laboratory specimen, administers injectable medications, administers emergency medication, communicates with pharmacies regarding doctor’s orders for medications and related duties
Counts and documents locked as‑needed medications
Supports and assists with the facilitation of Care Plans for consumers within the Red Rock Health Team
Educates clients to possible side effects of injectable medications
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oklahoma
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated experience in use of physical assessment skills and the ability to handle medical emergencies
Must be able to work shift‑work
One year experience preferred
Knowledge and experience working with administration of psychotropic medications, preferred
Knowledge of psychiatric nursing, practices, techniques and procedures, preferred
Experience working in a psychiatric setting, preferred
Certification in mental health nursing a plus
Physical Requirements
Must have the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must have the ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 pounds: Cannot have errors. We'll continue.
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time
Ability to use telephone, PC, fax machine, copy machine, and printer
HOW WE TAKE CARE OF YOU!
We pay a generous portion of your Health Insurance
Low-cost Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan with employer contributions equal to 5% of annual salary
Student Loan Repayment Options
No Cost Employee Assistance Plan
3 Weeks Paid Time-Off (increases annually between years 2-10)
9 Paid Holidays
1 Floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
4 Rest and Relaxation Days
3 days of Education Leave
4 hours of Volunteer Leave
Eligible for Pay Increases and Bonuses Annually
Employer Paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities Red Rock Behavioral Health Services does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital/familial status, sexual orientation, or disability.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Mental Health Care
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