RN-Geropsychiatric

US-IA-Dubuque

careers

Req #: 170682
Type: Part Time Benefits

UnityPoint Health

				Overview:

Shift: Part-Time, Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, for 48 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and a every third weekend rotation.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most - Become an RN in Geropsych!

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking to combine clinical expertise with meaningful patient connections? Join our Geropsychiatric team and provide care that supports the mental health, dignity, and well-being of older adults.

Seize this opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients' lives!

Responsibilities:

* Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for geriatric psychiatric patients.

* Monitor and document patient progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions.

* Provide patient and family education to support understanding of treatment plans and recovery goals.

* Promote safety by implementing de-escalation strategies, crisis intervention, and adherence to safety protocols.

* Collaborate with physicians, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.

Qualifications:

Education: 

* Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Must obtain BSN within 12 years of hire)

Certification/License:

* Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
* Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire
			
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