RN Registered Nurse

Job Description

The Registered Nurse consults with the physician and psychiatrist to ensure appropriate medical interventions are achieved. The RN meets with each resident, completes a daily assessment, and administers all prescription medication. The RN is responsible for carrying out any orders received from the physician and psychiatrist, and reports information to the Nurse Administrator, Program Director, and Facility Administrator as needed.

Developing and initiating the Nursing Care Plan

Providing clear and complete client documentation

Implementing Physician Orders

Counting narcotics daily, logs appropriately

Meeting regularly with medical staff to discuss client treatment

Performing primary first aid and determining need for physician notification

Meeting with each client, completing a daily assessment, taking vital signs and administering all prescription medication

Assist with meals, dishes, and bathroom observations

Responsibility for carrying out any orders received from the physician and psychiatrist, and reporting information to the Nurse Administrator, Program Director and Facility Manager

Understanding the therapeutic process and confidentiality laws, and having strong knowledge of professional ethics

This is a part time position that will work Friday 3pm-11pm and Sunday 7am-7pm.

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