RN

Larkin Community Hospital·Hollywood, Florida

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

About the role

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, performing comprehensive assessments, and developing treatment plans in a psychiatric setting. They must also manage medication administration, ensure patient safety through de-escalation, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Job Title: Registered Nurse ( Night Shift)

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse's to join our Behavioral Health team. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in a psychiatric mental health setting, ensuring that all nursing practices comply with professional standards and hospital protocols.

Qualifications

Education

Requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN)
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

Experience

• Preferred: At least 1-3 years of experience in psychiatric nursing

Certifications/Licenses

Required: Current Florida RN License.

Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.

Required: CPI certification

Preferred: Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Professional Development

Maintain required licenses/certifications, including Florida RN License, BLS certification and CPI Certification.

Complete the Department of Children and Families (DCF) online Baker Act Training modules as indicated on instruction form given upon hire and submit certificates for each..

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment and Documentation

Perform comprehensive assessments of patients on admission and throughout their stay.

Develop and implement patient-specific treatment plans.

Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.

Document all patient interactions, treatments, and responses in accordance with hospital policy.

Medication Administration

Administer medications as prescribed, including PRN medications.

Monitor patients for side effects and effectiveness of medications.

Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and patient reactions.

Patient Rights and Advocacy

Treat all patients with dignity and respect, maintaining privacy and confidentiality.

Ensure patients understand their rights, informed consent, and treatment options.

Act as a patient advocate and provide non-judgmental, culturally sensitive care.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to assess and plan patient care.

Emergency Response

Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies, demonstrating strong decision-making under pressure.
Manage challenging patient behaviors, including de-escalation techniques and maintaining safety in the unit.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing and a current Florida RN license. Required certifications include BLS and CPI, with a preference for 1-3 years of psychiatric nursing experience.

associate degree
bachelor degree
Patient Advocacy
Documentation
Medication Administration
Patient Assessment
BLS Certification
Treatment Planning
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
CPI Certification
De-escalation Techniques
Psychiatric Nursing
Clinical Emergencies
Baker Act Training

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Hollywood, Florida
Posted: Jul 31, 2026
Application: Employer website

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