This position requires a Registered Nurse with excellent communication and organization skills as well as attention to detail. Other duties include but are limited to the following:
* Provide and coordinate care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of patient, develop and implement nursing care plans, maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
* Ensure physician orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
* Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
* Accurately administer medications and document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
* Ensure admission and discharges are processed efficiently and accurately as directed
* Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
* Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients/residents, visitors, coworkers and others involved in patient treatment in an effective manner.
One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Lakeland is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients, residents, and families you treat at their most vulnerable times. And you will have the opportunity to grow, learn and advance in your career. Lakeland Behavioral Health values Diversity and Inclusivity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
