What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN PRN Day Shift position at Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System?
Volunteer Behavioral Health is now seeking for an RN PRN for day shift positions in the Cookeville, Tennessee area.
PRN 7a-7p
EXEMPLARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Implement policies and procedures of the Crisis Stabilization Unit
· Supervise Psychiatric Technicians on shift
· Assist Psychiatric Technicians when needed in providing for the daily living activities of the patients
· Implement procedures for providing the medical needs ordered for each patient while in CSU
· Screen calls and questions pertaining to medication
· Arrange educational sessions for patients pertaining to medication
· Document all patients having had a handout sheet and educational session pertaining to their medications. Also, patient’s family when indicated.
· Monitor the lab work within the guidelines pertaining to the specific medication
· Help maintain and support patients receiving medications by individual evaluation and/or group
· Phone or dispense prescriptions (signed by the doctor) in consultation with the psychiatrist
· Complete Admission Assessments and create Treatment Plans
· Participate in staffing
· Other duties as assigned
EDUCATIONAL/ EXPERIENCE
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Tennessee and experience working in the mental health field.
Registered Nurse with Psychiatric Certification preferred.
Pay: From $36.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36
