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Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health at Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Behavioral Health provides specialized care to patients aged 55 and older with neurological and behavioral conditions, including dementia and situational depression. Responsibilities include administering medications, developing care plans, and coordinating interdisciplinary patient care while advocating for patients' physical and emotional well-being. The role requires an RN license, clinical experience in geriatric behavioral health, and offers comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Description:

Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health
Job Type: Full Time | Nights

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you̢۪re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you̢۪re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you̢۪ll contribute

You̢۪ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Department/Unit Summary

The 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit specializes in caring for patients aged 55 and older with various neurological and behavioral conditions, including dementia, acute mental status changes, and Parkinson's disease. The unit provides medication management and support for situational depression and ideation, while focusing on maintaining the independence of most patients. With a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6, the dedicated team comprises RNs, techs, sitters, a social worker, an intake clinician, and a recreational assistant, ensuring personalized care without accepting medically unstable patients. Telehealth psychiatric services are also available to enhance patient support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides patients with detailed cardiac education and helps patients establish goals for better quality of life.
• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

About our Health System
Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167 bed hospital located in Gallatin, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier ® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current State of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensure and possess an Associate̢۪s or Bachelor's degree or RN Diploma in Nursing.

Additional requirements include:

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire
• 1-year experience in Geriatric Nursing, preferably in Behavioral Health is preferred.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Sumner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Sumner is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employme nt.”

Keywords:

Behavioral Health Nursing, Geriatric Care, Medication Administration, Patient Care Coordination, Neurological Disorders, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Telehealth Psychiatric Services, Clinical Treatments, Patient Advocacy

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