Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit directs nursing service activities for assigned patients in the psychiatric unit. Delegates responsibilities to auxiliary and psychiatric staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of psychiatric patient clinical records, and writes reports on psychiatric staff performance and services rendered. Being a Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Additionally, Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Day
3 shifts x 12 hours
03/14/2024 13 wks
$2,158/wk
Contract DetailsJob Type Local
Shift Type Day
Contract Date 03/14/2024 - 06/13/2024
Expected Length 13
Hours Per Week 12
Shifts Per Week 3
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**Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Experience: 24 months of role experience is required. Experience with Epic is required. Requirements: Candidates must have a New York license in hand at the time of application. COVID vaccination required for onboarding. Religious and medical declinations accepted. COVID booster required for onboarding. Religious and medical declinations accepted. Flu vaccination required for onboarding. Religious and medical declinations accepted. Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process. Additional Details: Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations certification required 2 references from last 12 months (Any reference type) Proof of identification required Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support)