Registered Nurse -Depression & Anxiety

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Utilizing the nursing process, responsibility for providing for immediate and long-term nursing care needs of patients within the standards of the department, hospital and regulatory agencies.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Accurately assesses patients’ needs.
-1 Utilizes multiple data sources to determine actual/potential health problems and functional status.
-Utilizes Recovery Oriented Framework to identify patient strengths.
-2 Performs point of care testing.
-3 Communicates findings effectively to members of the healthcare team.
-4 Documentation reflects response to intervention, demonstrates an understanding of patients’ response to treatment interventions.
-5 Identifies patient behaviors that contribute to the development of a crisis; utilizes non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate crisis situation.
-Accurately plans nursing interventions for assigned patients.
-1 Modifies and individualizes Nursing Plan of Care and protocols.
-2 Participates in the development of the multidisciplinary treatment plan.
-3 Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient care needs.
-4 Partners with patients/families to support recovery goals.
-Provides and implements nursing care interventions.
-1 Establishes a therapeutic alliance with assigned patients.
-2 Demonstrates safe, accurate and timely medication administration using BMV scanning.
-3 Reviews physician orders in a timely manner.
-4 Promotes interventions that provide the least-restrictive alternatives and recovery oriented goals.
-5 Participates in leading patient groups.
-Accurately evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care interventions.
-1 Documentation on the Nursing Plan of Care, protocols, and Assessment Flowsheet reflects response to intervention, demonstrates an understanding of patients’ response to treatment interventions.
-2 Accurately communicates patients’ clinical status at clinical team rounds and change of shift reports.
-3 Utilizes evidence based nursing knowledge to guide practice decisions.
-Provides a leadership role in organizing and providing patient care.
-1 Provides direction and supervision of MHSs.
-Delegate care interventions.
-2 Assumes a leadership role in medical and psychiatric emergencies.
-3 Promotes/provides for critical incident de-briefing following emergency event.
-4 Anticipates acute milieu problems and delegates staff appropriately.
-5 Participates in the training and education of RNs, MHSs, and other healthcare providers.
-Provides for teaching needs of patient and significant others.
-1 Provides health teaching related to patient needs and recovery goals.
-2 Documents teaching in the patient’s record.
-3 Informs treatment team of patient and significant others’ learning needs.
-Maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency.
-1 Completes mandatory in-service requirements.
-2 Maintains competency for treating patient population.
-3 Seeks constructive feedback regarding work performance from peers and professional colleagues.
-4 Identifies strengths and areas for professional/practice development with supervisor.
-Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication.
-1 Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
-2 Communicates positively, supportively, and with courtesy to the patients and staff.
-3 Presents self in a positive and professional manner.
-Contributes to the productivity and cost-effectiveness of the hospital, department, and unit.
-1 Demonstrates effective time management.
-2 Demonstrates economical management of services and supplies.
-3 Notifies shift coordinator/charge nurse of availability for additional assignments.
Qualifications Education Other Certificate/Diploma Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Experience No experience required; one year medical/psychiatric experience preferred 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. - Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to utilize the nursing process and to work collaboratively. - MR safety certification. - Standard blood draw procedures (excluding IV placement). (Required). - Ability to work as part of a team. (Required). - All employees must possess basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems for communication, clinical and administrative purposes. (Required). Additional Job Details (if applicable) The Short Term Unit (AB1) focuses on depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-injurious behavior, trauma, and personality disorders. We also commonly see comorbid substance use disorder, OCD, and eating disorders. Our patient interactions/interventions are therapeutic, highly interpersonal, and skills-based Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 16 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $32.78 - $68.33/Hourly Grade MCL900 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.

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