Registered Nurse - Day Shift

We invite you to join our team of excellent dedicated care providers. This full-time opportunity offers 12-hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., just three days a week—designed to support flexibility and work–life balance.This position requires an eligible background check clearance from Florida Clearinghouse. Clearinghouse information can be found at the following address https://info.

flclearinghouse.com POSITION FUNCTION/OVERVIEW: This position plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive mental health care through the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities include

monitoring and supporting patients' psychiatric and physical well-being, administering medications, facilitating therapeutic communication, and ensuring a safe and structured environment throughout the patient’s stay. PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Promote the mission, values and vision of the organization. Provide excellent customer service for patients and patients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with HIPAA requirements.

Under supervision of a Charge Nurse, assists in the assessment of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients in the units. Implements individualized treatment programs as directed by the Health Care Practitioner. Count controlled substances, syringes, needles and sharps at the beginning of each shift with another staff member and sign count logs.

Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols. Intervenes with proper safety techniques, procedures and standard precautions. Obtains lab specimens and performs EKG’s using proper techniques and procedures. Communicates information to ancillary departments using established referral process.

Admissions/Intakes Provide patient assessment and communicate any alerts, Qs, or flags for concerns based on reported history and/or current presentation. Obtain physician's orders Reviews, explains and obtains patient signature on all admissions paperwork Obtains the patient’s vital signs and medical history. Administer medication as prescribed by facility medical providers.

Respond to any medical emergency on property, provide assistance to other floor nurses, or direct care staff, delegate communication and coordination of emergency events. Complete COWs and CIWAs as ordered by the medical provider. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with other departments. Monitor email communications and respond appropriately as it pertains to the nursing department.

Follow up on any patients admitted to the hospital, completing nurse to nurse reports and obtain any medical records for review. Complete daily medical equipment logs to ensure compliance (oxygen tank, AED, Glucometer, Fridge Temp, etc.) Complete nursing notes in accordance with company policy and procedure, meeting documentation timelines.

Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing or related field preferred. Current LPN or RN license – Florida. One (1) year experience of clinical, preferred. Strong understanding of local, state and federal laws and guidelines. Working knowledge of Joint Commission standards; preferred. Relevant computer software and hardware applications proficiency – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Electronic Medical Records, Billing Systems and/or other scheduling applications; preferred.

Must be able to maintain CPR certification. Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Vision Insurance Health insurance Paid time off