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Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Registered Nurse - RN, Behavioral Health

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 10
Full-timeRichmond, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate’s degree in nursing is required.
  • A current Registered Nurse license is required as specified by the state regulations where the facility operates.
  • CPR certification is required within 30 days of employment and before any patient contact.
  • De-escalation certification is required within 30 days of employment and before any patient contact.
  • The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients, plan care within established timeframes, and document findings according to policies.
  • Oversee and supervise the shift.
  • Demonstrate leadership by delegating tasks such as groups, close observation, and meal supervision.
  • Oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is consistently delivered by the nurse and all team members.
  • Monitor patients for changes in condition and respond accordingly, including notifying the physician when necessary.
  • Administer medications according to hospital policy.
  • Interact with patients using empathy, dignity, and respect.
  • Deliver quality nursing care to ensure treatment-plan goals are properly executed in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and demonstrated nursing competencies.
  • Assist with or perform comprehensive nursing assessments for all patients.
  • Perform patient assessments accurately and identify patient needs.
  • Identify and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Provide care appropriate to each patient’s condition and age.
  • Complete timely and appropriate medical-necessity documentation in the medical record.
  • Complete and revise the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient.
  • Perform timely and accurate quality-improvement assessments.

Desired Qualifications

  • One year of experience in a psychiatric health care facility is preferred.

About the Company

Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Lifepoint Health operates a large network of hospitals and care sites, including community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers, to provide care across the health continuum. It delivers care through its Lifepoint Forward initiative, pursuing practical solutions to improve quality, expand access, and increase value for patients and communities. Its differentiation comes from its scale, integrated care across hospitals and post-acute services, and a strong emphasis on community health outcomes rather than isolated services. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes, broaden access to care, and deliver better value for the communities it serves.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashville, TN
Founded
1999

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