Registered Nurse (PRN - Outpatient) 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

Part TimeJob Type

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Behavioral Health, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) licensure
Ability to work PRN (1-2 shifts per week), Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm or 10:00am-6:30pm as needed
Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, Administrative Code (state of employment), professional nursing standards, and Rogers Memorial Hospital policies/procedures
Ability to complete initial assessments, collect/record/analyze data within prescribed timeframes, including patient strengths/limitations, cultural/spiritual/ethnic factors, discharge needs, medical/physical status, medication history, and age-specific needs
Skills in involving patient support systems (family/friends) in assessments and documentation
Ability to act as patient advocate, explain rights, obtain consents/signatures, protect privacy/confidentiality, and assist in orientation
Knowledge of hospital policies on unit safety, gown/contraband searches
Ability to initiate/update treatment plans, participate in care conferences/staffings, develop/interpret goals, review lab data, evaluate risks (falls, self-abuse, suicidality, assaultive behavior), and assess changes in patient status
Safe and accurate medication administration skills (right patient, medication, dose, time, route) with knowledge of medication purposes/effects

Responsibilities

Complete initial assessments and document as required, including pertinent data on patient strengths/limitations, cultural/spiritual/ethnic factors, discharge needs, medical/physical status, medication history, and age-specific needs
Involve patient’s support systems (family, friends) in assessment and documentation; observe/document patient interactions with them
Act as patient advocate: explain rights, obtain signatures on consents, protect privacy/confidentiality, assist in orientation process
Employ hospital policies/procedures on unit safety, conduct gown/contraband searches respectfully, provide unit information sensitively
Initiate and update treatment plan/documentation: participate in planning/modifying care, evaluate data from others, represent nursing in care conferences, develop/interpret goals with patient/family, review/update as needed
Identify/interpret/document information from nursing interviews, observations, assessments, diagnostic data; confer with health professionals; review lab data and follow up with doctor
Evaluate risks (falls, self-abuse, suicidality, assaultive behavior) and develop age-appropriate interventions; assess/document changes in patient status
Implement patient care, including safe/correct medication administration with accurate documentation of purpose/effects
Provide patient information to Patient Accounts for compliance with federal/state statutes; seek consultation with health team as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Nursing AssessmentPatient DocumentationMedication CompliancePatient AdvocacyAdmission AssessmentHealth Team Consultation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a PRN part-time position, anticipating 1-2 shifts per week.

What are the working hours for this role?

The clinic is open Monday-Friday, seeking an RN who can work 8am-4:30pm and 10:00am-6:30pm when needed.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key responsibilities does the Registered Nurse handle?

The RN completes initial assessments, collects and analyzes patient data, involves support systems, acts as a patient advocate, and participates in treatment planning and care conferences.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this RN role?

A strong candidate is a licensed RN (RN, RN II, RN III) experienced in professional nursing activities, patient assessments, treatment planning, advocacy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a behavioral health setting.

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

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501-1,000Employees