Registered Nurse (RN)
Applewood Centers
Summary
Seeking FT, PT Registered Nurse for our Youth Residential Program. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, provides residential psychiatric nursing care within the scope of nursing practice.
Job description
Responsibilities Include
- Collaborating with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists and case managers both within and outside of the agency
- Collaborating with clients, caregivers, and significant others
- Providing behavioral health education and behavioral management strategies while holding client accountable
- Assessing clients for additional treatment needs and linking them with needed services
- Having knowledge of physical health aspects of client care, including weight, nutrition, medication education, assessing and education of side effects, risks and benefits of medication
- Providing clients with community resources
- Providing leadership in the day to day activities of the department (as a shift charge nurse)
- Meeting with clients independently as referred by Psychiatrists and psychiatric APRN's and for triage
- Communicate and document observations and interventions, while seeking and utilizing guidance from team members
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing required
- Specialized training in or certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- Active Ohio Nursing license
- RN required
- BLS certification preferred
- One or more years of demonstrated nursing experience in behavioral health or psychiatry preferred
- Independent judgment
- Cultural competency
- Interpersonal communication
- Professional and ethical conduct
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Problem solving and decision making
- Technical proficiency with agency computer systems
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 24/7 EAP
- Paid Parental Leave
- Fertility & IVF Support
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Discounts & Scholarships
- Free Supervision for Licensed Roles
- 403(b) with Employer Match
- Employer-Paid Life & LTD Insurance
- Generous PTO
- Paid Organizational Holidays
- Retention Bonuses
Company overview
Applewood Centers is a comprehensive mental health care organization specializing in providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families. As a leading healthcare provider in the mental health sector, the organization offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and support services designed to address various psychological and emotional challenges. Their services typically include outpatient counseling, intensive treatment programs, family therapy, and community-based support systems. Applewood Centers focuses on creating individualized treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based practices to promote mental wellness and resilience. The organization plays a crucial role in the mental health care ecosystem by addressing the growing need for accessible and effective behavioral health services, particularly for youth populations. Their multidisciplinary approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to help individuals and families navigate mental health challenges and achieve improved quality of life.