NEW Registered Nurse Only - Adult Psychiatry Residency Program
Company: Cambridge Health Alliance
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Location: -CHA Cambridge Hospital -Work Days: -days and evenings
- -Category: -Registered Nurse - -Department: -Psych CH Cahill 3
Adult Nursing - -Job Type: Full time - -Work Shift: Day / Evening
-Hours/Week: 36.00 -Union: Yes -Union Name: MNA CambridgeDEPARTMENT
DESCRIPTION:Cahill 3 is an adult Psychiatric locked unit. There are
16 beds available on this inpatient unit of which we see various
types of psychiatric illnesses such as Schizophrenia bi-polar and
affective disorders, Personality disorders, Dual diagnosis,
Adjustment disorder, Psychosis, and use DBT/CBT Group Therapy.
According to DMH we have a lower than average restraint rate, use
sensory approach to de-escalating patients, and all staff are
educated in trauma informed care which provides each patient with
individualized care. -Job PurposeThe role of a Psych RN is to
provide quality patient care according to Cambridge Health Alliance
standards of nursing practice and the role expectations of the
patient care unit, including administration of medications and
treatments. RN must demonstrate ability to respond to medical and
psychiatric emergencies in a prompt, precise and professional
manner and be able to work in collaboration with nurse manager to
provide comprehensive, cost effective care and to support a problem
solving approach to issues. Assess, plan, document and evaluate
patient care in an adult locked psychiatric unit. Participates in
quality improvement projects. Administers medications and
treatments as needed. Acts as a resource for nursing issues and
keeps abreast of all aspects of assigned patient care. Contributes
to multidisciplinary treatment planning by bringing a nursing focus
to team collaboration and contributing to multidisciplinary
treatment planning. Communicates effectively with health team
members. Interacts effectively with patients, families and
significant others.
Qualifications/Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Current MA RN Licensure required.
AHA Healthcare Provider BLS is required
Work Experience:
1 year current experience in an acute locked inpatient psychiatric
setting is preferred.
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health
Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to
discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender,
age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic
protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining
a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal
employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful
discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion,
salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career
development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of
discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in
the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile
work environment.
- Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including
your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care
centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an
integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the
underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on
challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to
help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves
access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our
employees believe in where they work and why many build long,
rewarding careers at CHA.
Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that
charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision
of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also
recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and
prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional
development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is
changing the way we provide care and improving the health and
experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed,
compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of
better health and equity a reality.
At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day
knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care
to the People.
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