RN ECT- PER DIEM
UHS
Summary
We are looking for PER DIEM RNs to work day shift in our ECT suite on our procedures days of Monday, Wednesday or Fridays. The hours are 6AM - 2PM. We have flexibility in scheduling and you would not be required to work any set number of shifts and we are closed on all holidays.
Job description
Hampton offers Electroconvulsive Therapy on both an inpatient and an outpatient basis to all of our clients who meet the standard protocols. Our Electro-Convulsive Therapy (ECT) program at Hampton remains one of the most successful treatment options for many types of mental illnesses when other interventions are neither safe nor effective. Hampton Behavioral Health Center has a state-of-the-art ECT suite that offers patients the option for ECT if clinically appropriate.
Responsibilities
- Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout his/her ECT experience.
- Maintain a friendly, positive and caring attitude with all patients, physicians and staff.
- Provide patient education during all phases of the patient's experience in ECT.
- Ensure that the proper supplies and equipment are available
- Identify actual and potential risks to patients and others. Take action to minimize or eliminate risk and maximize safety in the facility.
- Review the patient chart and health history to assure that the necessary ECT evaluations have been completed. Ensure that consent form has been signed.
- Prepare patients for ECT by providing ongoing information to the patient and his/her caregiver to assure that they understand all procedures and feel as comfortable as possible.
- Perform nursing assessment of patient, start IV and ordered medications.
- Communicate with other health care team members to assure continuity of care.
Qualifications
- Current New Jersey RN licensure; BSN/BS preferred
- Minimum requirements are one (1) year of psychiatric nursing experience, or two (2) years of ICU experience;
- ANA Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certification preferred.
- BLS and ACLS certification required.
Requirements
- Current New Jersey RN licensure
- BSN/BS preferred
- Minimum one (1) year of psychiatric nursing experience, or two (2) years of ICU experience
- ANA Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certification preferred
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.