McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers
RN or LPN
McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Overview
RN or LPN
role at
McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers . Sign‑on bonus of $12,000.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Shift Availability
PRN Days or Nights. About Us
McCallum Place is a nationally acclaimed, comprehensive eating disorder treatment center for pre‑adolescents, adolescents, adults, and athletes of all genders. With locations in St. Louis, Missouri, and Kansas City, we offer on‑site medical and psychiatric management and care combined with intensive individualized psychotherapy. We provide a center of excellence and a great alternative to traditional hospital settings. Nurse Essential Functions
Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined by state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, and facility and corporate policies. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, or changes in medical status regarding response to medications. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co‑workers, and others involved inpatient treatment. Education/Licensure/Experience Requirements
Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements. One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus. CPR and de‑escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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RN or LPN
role at
McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers . Sign‑on bonus of $12,000.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Shift Availability
PRN Days or Nights. About Us
McCallum Place is a nationally acclaimed, comprehensive eating disorder treatment center for pre‑adolescents, adolescents, adults, and athletes of all genders. With locations in St. Louis, Missouri, and Kansas City, we offer on‑site medical and psychiatric management and care combined with intensive individualized psychotherapy. We provide a center of excellence and a great alternative to traditional hospital settings. Nurse Essential Functions
Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined by state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, and facility and corporate policies. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, or changes in medical status regarding response to medications. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co‑workers, and others involved inpatient treatment. Education/Licensure/Experience Requirements
Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements. One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus. CPR and de‑escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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