Registered Nurse - Adult Psychiatric Behavioral Health Admissions

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking to make a difference in the lives of patients struggling with mental health issues? Join our team at Ascension Health as a Registered Nurse for our Adult Psychiatric Behavioral Health Admissions unit. As a nurse on this unit, you will play a critical role in providing quality care and support to patients in crisis, helping them navigate the challenging process of admission to our psychiatric unit. We are seeking a highly skilled and empathetic nurse who is passionate about mental health and has experience in the field. If you are ready to use your skills and expertise to positively impact the lives of others, we want to hear from you.

1. Provide compassionate and dedicated nursing care to patients with mental health issues.
2. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
3. Conduct thorough assessments of patients' mental health status and needs.
4. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
5. Monitor and document patients' progress and response to treatment.
6. Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options.
7. Assist in the admission process for patients entering the psychiatric unit.
8. Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
9. Utilize therapeutic communication techniques to engage and build rapport with patients.
10. Advocate for patients' rights and needs.
11. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all nursing interventions and patient interactions.
12. Stay up-to-date with current trends and advancements in mental health care.
13. Collaborate with community resources to ensure continuity of care for patients upon discharge.
14. Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
15. Continuously assess and improve the quality of care provided to patients.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Registered Nurse - Adult Psychiatric Behavioral Health Admissions in Austin, TX, USA is $71,000 - $89,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as education, experience, and location.

Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. Ascension includes approximately 165,000 associates and 40,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 150 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 20 states and the District of Columbia,