of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. As a Registered Nurse, you can expect: flexibility for true work-life balanceopportunities for career growththe ability to build trusted nurse-patient relationshipsemployee-focused wellness and support programs If you love nursing and want to strengthen your experience, this is a great opportunity for you.
Responsibilities Makes the initial nursing evaluation visit within 24 - 48 hours of receipt of referral or longer if indicated by MD. Continually
evaluates the patient's nursing needs by backssing and reassessing the patient to include general physical backssment, mental status backssment and suicidal potential backssments.
Initiates and coordinates the plan of treatment and necessary revisions per acceptable standards of psychiatric nursing practice. Instructs and supervises the patient's family in the care of the patient and maintenance of a healthy and safe environment. Provides those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skill. Renders nursing care to homebound patients and perform treatments as ordered by the physician. Assists the patient's family in any way possible to recognize the daily living problems of
the patient and provides information on community resources that are available.
Maintains accurate records of the history of the patient for the supervisor and the physician, especially in reference to drugs, treatments, etc. Reports to the patient's physician and other appropriate personnel pertinent changes in the patient's condition. Provides counseling and crisis intervention to the patient and patients families. Participates in in-service programs as required by the agency. Participates in nursing report and complies with the Care Management Model. Performs 60 day record review (recertification) and collaborates with physicians and all other disciplines involved in the care.
Participates in staff conference regarding patient care. Participates in the QA/QI plan and process. All other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Experience Requirements Prior to RN making a psychiatric nurse visit, the agency will adhere to Psychiatric Skilled Nursing/Scope of Care Must have experience within the last five years. If not, documentation must support psychiatricretraining classes or CEUs to update psychiatric knowledge. License Requirements Must have current RN licensure. Current CPR certification required. Must have a current drivers license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
Additional State Requirements AR, : No other state specific requirements. Company Overview LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. Jefferson Home Care a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide.
We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people. For more details: jobs-search. org/psychiatric-nurse_white-hall-c425273/psychiatric-nurse-white-hall_i1959780611
