Registered Nurse - Baylor

22h22 hours ago

Rogers Behavioral Health

Brown Deer, US · Full-time · $65,000 – $85,000

About this role

The registered nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) performs professional nursing activities to help patients achieve or regain maximum physical, emotional, or social function. Role functions are governed by the Nurse Practice Act, administrative code, and professional nursing standards.

Day-to-day duties include completing initial assessments and documenting required data, collecting and analyzing pertinent information for admission, and involving the patient's support system in care. The nurse acts as an advocate, explains patient rights, and assists in the orientation process while maintaining sensitivity to individual stressors.

This role works closely with the health team, consulting other members as patient conditions and treatment goals warrant. The nurse participates in care conferences, develops and updates treatment plans, and ensures compliance with federal and state statutes alongside the Patient Accounts department.

Opportunities for growth are available through the RN I, II, and III career ladder, allowing advancement in clinical responsibilities and leadership within the behavioral health setting. The position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a specialized hospital environment.

Requirements

Current registered nurse licensure in the state of employment
Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, administrative code, and professional nursing standards
Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and document accurately
Experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing preferred
Strong understanding of patient advocacy, rights, and confidentiality
Skill in collaborating with multidisciplinary health team members
Ability to develop and update treatment plans with measurable goals
Competence in identifying potential for self-abuse, suicidality, or assaultive behavior

Responsibilities

Complete initial assessments and document as required
Collect, record, and analyze pertinent data for admission assessment, including patient strengths, cultural factors, medical status, and medication history
Involve patient support systems in assessment and documentation
Act as an advocate for patients by explaining rights and obtaining necessary signatures
Assist in patient orientation process, including contraband search and unit safety procedures
Initiate and update treatment plan and documentation as required
Participate in planning and modifying the patient's plan of care, including care conferences and developing age-appropriate interventions
Identify, interpret, and document information from nursing interview, observation, physical assessment, and diagnostic data, and confer with other health care professionals