Registered Nurse Senior Behavioral Health

Ascension is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse Senior in Behavioral Health to join our faith-based healthcare organization. The role involves working in Ascension's extensive network to provide innovative, personalized behavioral health care. Our mission focuses on transforming healthcare by incorporating holistic approaches and evidence best practices to support mental and emotional well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for behavioral health patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and modify individualized care plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and support the implementation of therapeutic behavioral management techniques.
• Educate patients and families about mental health disorders and treatment plans.
• Maintain patient records and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in psychiatric nursing practices and protocols
• Excellent communication and crisis management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong empathy and patience with behavioral health patients