Registered Nurse (Monday - Friday) at Crestwood Behavioral Health

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Behavioral HealthIndustries

Requirements

Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) governed by the Nurse Practice Act, Administrative Code, professional standards, and Rogers Memorial Hospital policies
Ability to complete initial assessments and document patient data including strengths, limitations, cultural/spiritual/ethnic factors, discharge needs, medical/physical status, medication history, and age-specific needs
Knowledge of hospital policies on unit safety, gown/contraband searches, patient rights, consents, privacy, and confidentiality
Skills in involving patient support systems (family, friends) in assessments and documentation
Ability to act as patient advocate, explain rights, obtain signatures, and assist in orientation
Competence in initiating, updating, and interpreting treatment plans, participating in care conferences, and developing clear treatment goals
Proficiency in reviewing lab data, evaluating risks (falls, self-abuse, suicidality, assaultive behavior), and developing age-appropriate interventions
Safe and accurate medication administration skills (right patient, medication, dose, time, route) with knowledge of purposes, effects, documentation, and patient responses
Ability to transcribe medications accurately
Availability for full-time Monday-Friday 12pm-8:30pm shift with holiday rotation

Responsibilities

Perform professional nursing activities to help patients achieve or regain maximum physical, emotional, or social functions
Seek consultation with health team members as needed and provide patient information to Patient Accounts for compliance with statutes
Complete initial assessments, collect/record/analyze pertinent data within prescribed timeframes, and document according to hospital policy
Involve and obtain data from patient's support systems; observe and document patient interactions with family/friends
Act as patient advocate: explain rights, obtain consents/signatures, protect privacy/confidentiality, assist in orientation
Employ hospital policies for unit safety, conduct gown/contraband searches respectfully, and provide unit information sensitively
Initiate and update treatment plans; participate in planning/modifying care, care conferences, and represent nursing component
Develop/interpret treatment goals with patient/family; review/update as goals change
Ongoing: identify/interpret/document data from interviews, observations, assessments; confer with professionals; review lab data and follow up with doctor
Evaluate patient status changes (falls, self-abuse, suicidality, assault); document interventions
Implement patient care, including safe/correct medication administration, maintaining knowledge of meds, documenting responses, and accurate transcription

Skills

Registered Nursing

Patient Assessment

Medical Documentation

Medication Management

Patient Advocacy

Nursing Practice Act

Healthcare Compliance

Crestwood Behavioral Health

Provides tailored mental health services in California

About Crestwood Behavioral Health

Crestwood Behavioral Health, known for its tailored mental health services throughout California, cultivates a supportive and adaptive work environment. The company is distinguished by its accreditation from CARF, underscoring its commitment to maintaining high standards in mental health care and flexibility in addressing diverse needs. Working at Crest sheath offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful, recovery-oriented work in a growing field, ensuring personal and professional growth.

520 Capitol Mall #800, Sacramento, CA 95814, USAHeadquarters

1968Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

501-1,000Employees