Registered Nurse
Company: Georgia Department Of Behavioral Health And Develo
Location: Phenix City
Posted on: May 7, 2024
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Job Description:
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking
to make a difference in the lives of people with serious mental
illness? Join our team of caregivers and make a meaningful impact
in mental health recovery! Our hospital teams are committed to
delivering high-quality care and being leaders in providing
effective medical, mental, and behavioral health treatments for
this population.*DBHDD Hospital Locations* *East Central Regional
Hospital Augusta (ECRH)* *Central State Hospital Milledgeville
(CSH)* *Georgia Regional Hospital- Atlanta (GRHA)* *Georgia
Regional Hospital Savannah (GRHS)* *West Central Regional Hospital
Columbus (WCRH)**Services and Responsibilities *In this role, you
will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary treatment teams in
an acute inpatient setting, serving adults with severe mental
illness, trauma histories, impulse control issues, and
interpersonal challenges. Your primary responsibility will be to
support the recovery of the people we serve by:* Assessing client
health problems and needs, providing health care and first aid as
necessary.* Reviewing and determining the immediate needs of
patients - i.e. current medications and treatments.* Administering
prescribed medications and documenting times and amounts in the
clients charts.* Monitoring all aspects of client care, including
diet and treatment, and reporting symptoms and changes in the
clients conditions.* Maintaining accurate, detailed client records
and reports.* Preparing clients for and assisting with examinations
and treatments.* Evaluate and notify doctor/Psychiatrist for
evaluation and implementation of obtain of orders.* Prepares rooms,
sterilize instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensure the
maintenance and stock of supplies* Administer nursing care and
education to patients as needed or required.* May advise clients on
health maintenance and disease prevention and refer to Social
Service within the Admission are as needed.*Minimum
Qualifications*Our team members have brought with them different
educational backgrounds, career experiences, and life stories.
Candidates for the Registered Nurse position bring with them:
Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or
university OR Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited
college or university Current Georgia license as a Registered
Professional Nurse Any related professional work
experience.*Preferred Qualifications*Preferred candidates for the
Registered Nurse position will present: Competency in providing
services to clients with diverse needs. Experience working with
psychiatric inpatients and individuals with serious mental illness.
Excellent writing and organizational skills. Experience
collaborating on interdisciplinary teams. Proficiency in
psychological assessment.*Join Our Team*We are inspired by the
dedication and passion of our teams and take seriously our
responsibility to ensure teammates feel supported, prepared, and
encouraged to contribute to our mission and vision. As a DBHDD
employed team member you will receive: Exceptional vacation leave
plano 15 days each year for first 5 years of service,o 18 days each
year from 5-10 years of service, ando 21 days each year for 10 +
years of service. 13 paid state holidays, and 1 educational leave
day. Sick leave accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month or 15 days
each year. 3 weeks of paid paternity leave. Your choice from our
healthcare plan options for you and your family, including support
in the activation of a healthcare savings account. Dental, vision,
life, dependent life, legal, and disability insurance program
options. Healthcare and childcare spending accounts Wellness
incentive program. DBHDD is a Federal Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Program qualified employer. Retirement Pension. 401(K)
with company match.*More about us*1. *Leadership in Mental Health:*
DBHDD is dedicated to the recovery and growth of individuals with
serious mental illness. Join our team and become part of a
community that strives to provide innovative and effective
psychological treatments, making a profound impact on the lives of
those who need it most.2. *Valuable Experience and Training*:
Training programs often overlook or underemphasize working with
individuals with serious mental illness. At our hospitals, you will
have the invaluable opportunity to develop expertise in this
specialized field. Gain hands-on experience, expand your skill set,
and make a profound impact on the lives of those who need it most.
We are a learning-oriented environment, with a full set of
opportunities to participate in the training and supervision of
students in their practica, internships, and post-doctoral
fellowships.3. *Collaborative and Diverse Environment*: Our
multidisciplinary treatment teams are composed of professionals
from diverse backgrounds, providing an enriching and collaborative
work environment. Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, share
knowledge, and contribute to the holistic care of our patients.4*.
Competitive Salaries and Total Rewards*: We value the dedication of
our professionals and offer competitive salaries and a
comprehensive benefits package. Participate in the Total Rewards
initiative designed to improve work-life balance and job
satisfaction.5*. Immediate Opportunity*: We are actively looking to
fill this position as soon as possible. Don't miss out on the
chance to join our dedicated team and make a real difference in
mental health recovery!*Be Here*To learn more about the Georgia
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities,
visit our website at Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and
Developmental Disabilities.DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
that promotes diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are
committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of
age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental
disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital
status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Job
Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: $62,234.00 - $76,666.00 per
yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee
assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible spending account*
Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time
off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance*
Retirement plan* Vision insuranceMedical specialties:* Forensic
Medicine* Hospital MedicinePhysical setting:* Inpatient* Long term
care* Rehabilitation centerStandard shift:* Day shift* Evening
shift* Night shift* Overnight shiftSupplemental pay types:*
Overtime paySupplemental schedule:* Extended hours* Holidays* On
call* OvertimeWeekly schedule:* Monday to Friday* Rotating
weekendsAbility to Relocate:* Phenix City, AL: Relocate before
starting work (Required)Work Location: On the roadby Jobble
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