Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Child/Adolescent Unit
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Serve as a direct client care provider on an inpatient child/adolescent unit, utilizing psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing skills as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team. This role involves delivering direct client care to individuals, groups, and in the milieu, under the direction of a Nurse Manager.
Responsibilities
- Utilize psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing skills as a direct client care provider
- Work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team
- Deliver direct client care to clients individually, in groups and in the milieu
- Adhere to Hospital policies and procedures, accreditation standards, and state/federal regulations
- Serve as a role model and leader for other staff members
- Teach other staff, contribute to program development, guide group decision making, and implement treatment plans
- Improve the quality of care
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Current Connecticut RN License
- Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
- Effective leadership and delegation skills
- Computer and keyboarding skills
- Must have and maintain telephone number for scheduling
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Entry level with psychiatric experience preferred
Nice to Have
- Psychiatric experience
- Bachelor's degree
Benefits
About Natchaug Hospital
Natchaug Hospital is a small free-standing psychiatric hospital with unique, tight-knit units that work collaboratively to provide care to Eastern Connecticut. They are a leading provider for children, adolescents, and adults with mental illness and substance use addictions, offering a variety of pr...