Staff RN - HBH Psych

Company: Huntington Beach Hospital
Location: Huntington Beach
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Responsibilities The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Using leadership skills and the nursing process the RN strives to meet the needs of the patient/significant others in a safe, caring, professional manner. Provides for the well being of the patients through patient advocacy, education, and effective collegial communication with physicians, other departments and staff. Responsible for maintaining and improving clinical skills through professional development and serves as a role model for others. Performs responsibilities within the scope of practice, Hospital/Nursing Policy, State, regulatory and accreditation standards. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.Qualifications Education and Work Experience- Current and valid state RN License.- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.- Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.- Experience in acute care setting preferred.- Experience in Behavioral Health preferred.- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.- Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. EEO is the Law: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

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