Kindred Healthcare·Watertown, Wisconsin
The Registered Nurse provides direct psychiatric care, including assessments, medication administration, and the implementation of individualized treatment plans. They are responsible for maintaining a safe therapeutic environment and coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team.
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SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE: $20,000 Job Summary The Registered Nurse–Psychiatric provides direct and indirect patient care within a behavioral health setting.
The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating psychiatric nursing care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
The role includes coordination of treatment plans, medication administration, and support within the therapeutic milieu, promoting patient safety and recovery.
Essential Functions Performs psychiatric assessments and formulates individualized care plans Monitors patient condition, evaluates responses to care, and updates treatment plans Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, including psychotropics Assists patients with activities of daily living and therapeutic routines Participates in therapeutic interventions including group, family, or individual sessions Provides patient and family education related to treatment plans, medications, and coping strategies Coordinates patient care with interdisciplinary team and supports discharge planning Engages in crisis intervention and behavioral de-escalation as needed Documents all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely Maintains confidentiality and fosters a safe, therapeutic environment Participates in staff training and orientation; acts as a role model for trauma-informed care Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills Proficient in behavioral health nursing principles, de-escalation techniques, and therapeutic communication Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally dynamic environment Effective verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in EMR and familiarity with behavioral health documentation standards Ability to collaborate across disciplines and advocate for patient needs Sensitivity to diverse cultural, religious, and psychosocial factors influencing care Physical and mental capacity to handle psychiatric emergencies and extended periods of activity
Education Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred Licenses/Certifications Current Registered Nurse license in the state of practice or Compact State RN license Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame specified in facility policy Handle With Care (HWC) or CPI certification required within time frame specified in facility policy Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred Experience Six months of RN experience in a direct patient care setting preferred Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric nursing strongly preferred
Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing and a current RN license, with BLS and HWC/CPI certifications. Experience in behavioral health or direct patient care is preferred.
Market context
In Wisconsin, CNA openings are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other patient-care settings. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with current state certification, though some will also consider applicants who have completed a 75-hour training program and are awaiting the state exam. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and availability before applying.