Behavioral Health RN

This position requires daily travel within the front Range of Colorado.

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Job

Responsibilities: Complies with accepted ethical conduct and Professional Standards of Nursing Practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association Practices and maintains patient safety and dignity by abiding by Federal, State, Local and Optimal policy & procedures as pertains to patient protected health information and HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act). Assesses client’s condition and needs, through the collection of health data, the recognition, interpretation and reporting of symptoms and psychological responses and re-evaluates the client nursing needs as required Develops and implements nursing plan of care with consideration for the dignity and desires of the client care, organizes and participates in direct client care, performs treatment and administers medications Formulates, notifies, and carries out client care plan which prescribes nursing actions toward achievable goals according to client needs Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for the client Initiates and participates in the development of the Plan of Treatment, obtains physician’s orders, clarifies those orders and obtains necessary revisions as needed, informs the physician of changes in the clients condition and provides written summary reports to the physician Participates in health counseling and teaching with the client and of family members Maintains detailed records of nursing actions, client progress, and response to therapy and teaching so that the Plan of Care can be documented and evaluated. Records clinical/progress notes in the client’s clinical record. Supervises care given by ancillary personnel. Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Coordinates discharge planning and prepares discharge summaries and instructions. Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel to facilitate continuity of care Maintains competency by participating in in-service and continuing educational programs Participates in Monthly, Quarterly, Annual trainings as well as Zone meetings Coordinates Nursing, Home Health Aide, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and other services delivered to clients of the agency This list does not serve as an official job description of the complete list of duties. **Optimal compensates employees based on a per visit rate.*

QualificationsQualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience in Psychiatric Inpatient, Outpatient or Home Care treatment setting Must be currently licensed and in good standing in the state of Colorado. Must be able to communicate in the language of the client and document client related activity as appropriate. Possesses adequate and effective written and verbal communication skills. Possess adequate and effective interpersonal skills.