Behavioral Health Nurse - Acute Unit C

Company: CHI Health Lasting Hope
Location: Omaha
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

Overview:CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U. S. , from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.ResponsibilitiesThis position is a Team Model comprised of nursing, mental health tech, peer specialist, therapist and recreational therapist.#missioncritical #NERN Patient Population: Child / Adolescents/ Adults (General/Special Care Unit)/ Geriatric with primary psychiatric diagnosis or co-occurring substance abuseCompensation: Base rate + shift differential Incentives: $7,500 sign on bonus, up to $10,000 education assistance (must have graduated within 5 years) Tuition Reimbursement - $3000 for full time and $1500 for part timeCHI Health Psychiatric Fellowship offered for new nursing graduates and nurses new to behavioral health.CHI Health Nurse Residency offered for all new RN graduatesAccess to Behavioral health service line Resiliency CoordinatorAdvanced Crisis Prevention Intervention Training with emphasis on verbal de-escalating crisis moments with no-restrictive techniquesGrow our own program for Behavioral Nurse Practitioner Mental Health nursing offers a completely different experience than caring for patients with only physical health-related problems. It''s easy to forget that, in some cases, a patient''s decline in physical health can negatively impact their mental health as well, but that doesn''t mean their treatment is any less complex. Psych nursing offers skilled nurses the opportunity to care for vulnerable patients and themselves through self-reflection, and introspection. In essence, these nurses and patients find strength in each other. Patients on this unit are dealing with difficult diagnoses. Our ideal nursing candidate will have the proven ability to exercise patience, flexibility, and careful listening when their efforts are often tested. This nurse will strive to calm patients when they become agitated, strengthen patients coping skills, and make it a build a therapeutic, meaningful relationship. All Registered Nurses answer their call to care for others through education and training, but only a select few have the ability and confidence to test their preparation in a service line where challenges and the rewards run high. Rising to the occasion also opens advancement opportunities within the department. If you are passionate about mental health and want to have a positive impact on our patient population, connect with CHI Health today! Core Expectations:Evaluate and treat mental health needs of patientsCollaborate with healthcare team members and physicians to develop care plansSupport the personal care of psych patient populationEducate and support patients, their caregivers, and familiesMaintains confidentiality and dignity of patientsProven ability to exercise patience and understanding in high stress situations Hear from one of our own on why she is working in at a CHI Health Behavioral Unit:I would say my favorite part of my new job at CHI Health is being able to see patients improve over the course of their stay, and knowing that we made a difference in their life. I enjoy learning about what makes each person who they are, whether that be cultural influences, previous experiences or trauma. Helping patients work through life events is very rewarding, and so each day I work I''m excited to see what I can help with that day.QualificationsRequirements:Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing programActive nursing license in the state of IowaBasic Life Support (BLS)CPI Training (within 6 months of hire) Preferences:Bachelor''s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing programCertification in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHN)Previous nursing experience on behavioral health, mental health or psych units Skills & Experience: rn, registered nurse, nurse, mental health rn, behavioral health, psychiatric, psych rn, geriatric patients, geri psych, geriatric psych, adult psych, psychosocial, psychotherapy, anxiety, phobias, mood disorders, bipolar, depression, dementia, substance abuse, coping skills, compassion, patience, caring, understanding, treatment, collaboration, planning, pharmacology Equal OpportunityCommonSpirit Health is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.External hires must pass a post offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health participates in E-verify.by Jobble

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