Staff Nurse - Psychiatry
Company: NYC Health + Hospitals Kings County
Location: Kings
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
About NYC Health + Hospitals Kings County Hospital Center has a
rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over
625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology
and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art
equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly
supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues
to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide
care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital
provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are
offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics
provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.Job Description
SHIFT I (7:00PM-7:30AM) PURPOSE OF POSITION The Staff Nurse is a
registered professional nurse who is part of a multi- disciplinary
team in the Department of Behavioral providing nursing care for
selected population seeking mental health services. The population
serviced includes child, adolescent, adult and geriatric. of care
is done utilizing nursing processes and Watson Theory of caring
within the nursing scope as established by State Board of Nursing,
American Nursing Association scope and standards of practice and
other regulation standards, in addition to Kings County Behavioral
Health Policy and Procedures. He or She collaborates with patient
and significant others in a holistic manner which consoles the
psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and sexual orientation that may
infringe on their perception of mental illness. REPORTING
RELATIONSHIPS: Staff Nurse reports to AHN on their assigned tour,
or director using the Behavioral Health Escalation guidelines. In
accordance the UAPs reports to the Staff Nurse. AREAS OF
RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Activities Associated with the Nursing
Process
- Demonstrates knowledge (i.e. theories of growth and
development, biological, behavioral and social health patterns
associated with chemical dependency) through the provision of
Behavioral Health mental health nursing (i.e. the therapeutic use
of self).
- Demonstrates knowledge of the Comprehensive Physical
assessment, trauma informed care, crisis intervention, risk
assessment, the CTRS Triage process, chemical dependency to
complete the triage assessment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Nursing process to initiate,
implement and revise a written plan of care and measurable goals
individualized to meet each patient and family needs,
- Demonstrate knowledge of team process in order to collaborate
with the multidisciplinary team in the development of the multi-
disciplinary plan of care. Attend and participate in huddle
report.
- Demonstrate knowledge of therapeutic relation, communicate and
coping skills, and crisis intervention to promote the alleviation
of both physical and psychosocial stressors. In addition, the staff
nurse will identify and utilize the patient support system.
- Demonstrate knowledge of motivational interview skills to
assess, promote and implement patient and family centered
educational needs.
- Demonstrate knowledge of policy, procedure and skill in
appreciation of close and constant observation levels. Jn addition
he or she is responsible to manage other special situations such as
code 66, code 99, code orange and code white.
- Demonstrate knowledge about and skill in the administration of
pharmacological and other medications and other treatment
modalities and document their effectiveness.
- Demonstrate knowledge about PMCS techniques and skill in the
application of restraints in accordance with policy and
procedure.
- Collaborates in-the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu that
respects patients' rights and provides a safe environment to
facilitate therapeutic gains in the areas of communication and
social living skills.
- Utilizes principles of group dynamics and techniques to
initiate and/or co-facilitate group work activities on a
progressive basis.
- Perform phlebotomy, EKG function and maintain IV therapy.
- Demonstrate knowledge of all reportable incidences to
individual agencies (ACS, APS, and Justice Center, NY Safe Act
etc.) In addition initiate incident reports in accordance with
Kings County established policy and procedure and participates in
appropriate investigations including root cause analysis of the
sentinel events on "near miss" in order to identify' corrective
measures and prevent recurrences
- Knowledge of LEP procedures including language with interpret
services, services for the deaf, blind and special circumstances
such as Seeing Eye dog. Administrative Activities Associates with
Accountability and Responsibility
- Performs within the multi-disciplinary setting as a team leader
and teaches guides or supervises all Licensed Practical Nurses and
UAPs.
- Accepts charge responsibility and delegate's assignments based
on patient acuity and employee skill level of competency.
- Participates in the evaluating process of staff through input
to the Head Nurse and/or Supervisor.
- Participates in performance improvement activities through
gathering data, monitoring and evaluating care to ensure compliance
with standards within evidence based practice.
- Participates in the orientation process of new nursing
employees. Acts in the role of a preceptor as designated following
training by Assistant Director of Nursing.
- Communicates formally and informally patient care issues of
concern to Head/Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor and/or
Physician.
- Participates in peer review and share information with
staff,
- Attend unit based and organization meeting; be informed by
reading and acknowledging policy and memorandum and meeting
minutes. Complete all required surveys and compliance
training.
- Demonstrates knowledge about patient rights and community
mental health laws.
- Adheres to customer service standards, HIPPA and HCAPS.
- Fosters the cultural change process through initiation of and
participation in forums that encourage open discussion and where
staff input is sought, valued and utilized as appropriate in the
decision making process. Educational Activities Associated with
Self Development
- Attends yearly mandatory classes.
- Identifies learning/development needs. and plans through formal
and informal means to meet them,
- Demonstrates commitment to continuing self-development through
participation in committee work, staff development, continuing
education programs, and professional organizations. Life Safety
Maintenance Activities
- Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, ACLS and RN
Licensure-
- Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures; Code 71 1,
Fire and Evacuation Procedures, Internal/External Disaster plans
and procedures.
- Implement infection control policies and procedures
- Adheres to policy and procedure related to National Patient
Safety Goals. Minimum Qualifications For individuals holding an
unrestricted registered professional nursing license BEFORE July
1,2020 in New York State, another state or United States
territory:1. A valid New York State license and current
registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nursein New
York State; and2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life
Support (BLS) through the American HeartAssociation (AHA).For
individuals issued a registered professional nursing license on or
AFTER July 1, 2020,based on expected implementation of Chapter 502
of the Laws of 2017 and Chapter 380 of theLaws of 2018:1. A valid
New York State license and current registration to practice as a
Registered ProfessionalNurse in New York State; anda. A Bachelors
of Science degree in Nursing or higher (or other nursing degree, as
identified by NYSEducation Department including Master of Science
in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor ofPhilosophy Degree
in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Science) from an accredited college
oruniversity, registered with the NYSED; orb. Obtains a Bachelors
of Science Degree in Nursing or higher, as described in a above,
within ten(10) years of the date of initial licensure; and2. Valid
and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the
American Heart Association(AHA). Nurse Residency Program: Get the
support you need to grow and thrive at NYC Health + Hospitals
through our innovativeAll full-time new hires that are recent
graduates or new to their specialties are automatically enrolled in
our 12-month Nurse Residency Program to assist in the transition to
professional nursing practice while delivering patient care in a
clinical environment. The Nurse Residency Program features
interactive sessions, special educational events, simulations, and
group seminars on evidence-based best practices, decision-making,
conflict-resolution, end-of-life care, health care quality, patient
safety and more. Participants will receive mentorship support,
build relationships with nursing peers and develop leadership
skills. For more information, log into
https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/nurses4nyc/.Department
Preferences
- Licensed and currently registered or otherwise duly authorized
to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York
State.
- Maintains competency in both the clinical and administrative
aspects of the job as outlined in this job description.
- Evidence of graduation from an accredited national league of
Nursing Program or its equivalent
- One (1) year Medical Surgical RN expereince Preferred. How To
Apply Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is
required prior to hire. If you wish to apply for this position,
please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button:
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