RN - GERI PSYCH

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current unencumbered Nursing License in Alabama as a Registered Nurse. License maintained with timely completion of CEU’s and licensure acquisition.

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in Med/Surg or Psychiatric Patient facility with experience as a Registered Nurse.

Must possess the following skills: organizational, verbal, interpersonal, customer relations, mathematical, analytical, grammar/spelling, read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, clerical filing, photocopying and department specifics.

Must be able to administer care to patient ages 18 years to 65 years. Plus manage stress appropriately, make decisions under pressure, manage anger/fear/hostility and violence of others appropriately.  Handle multiple priorities, work alone and work in areas that are confined and or crowded.

Must be able to work in an area where there is a possibility of exposure to communicable diseases and exposure to blood and or body fluid and CRT (computer) monitor.

Current CPR card.

Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and implement patient care in coordination with the Team Leader and following physician orders.

A demonstrated understanding of diagnosis related clinical care provision of services with the ability to utilize this knowledge to provide quality and safe delivery of care services.

The demonstrated ability to assist in the provision of Behavioral Health care services that reflect the Tombigbee Healthcare Authority mission and standards, and nursing care of all patients.