NEW Registered Nurse Only - Adult Psychiatry Residency Program
Company: Cambridge Health Alliance
Location: Malden
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Location: -CHA Cambridge Hospital -
Work Days: -Days and Nights -
Category: -Registered Nurse - -
Department: -Psych CH 7 West Adult Nursing - -
Job Type: Full time - -
Work Shift: 32/40 -
Hours/Week: 36.00 -
Union: Yes -
Union Name: MNA Cambridge
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
7 West is an adult Psychiatric locked unit. There are 9 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 Purpose
The 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:
No nursing experience is desirable.
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.
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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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