PRN Inpatient Nurse (RN)

POSITION SUMMARY

As an Inpatient Psychiatric RN, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care and support to patients with mental health disorders within our inpatient unit. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications, monitoring patients' progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care. 

Our PRN Nurses work a minimum of two 12-hour shifts per month and must be able to pick up shifts at our inpatient units in both Prescott and Prescott Valley.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

·         Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients upon admission, including physical and mental health evaluations.

·         Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans based on patients' needs, diagnoses, and treatment goals.

·         Administer medications and monitor their effectiveness, ensuring accurate dosage, documentation, and adherence to prescribed protocols.

·         Provide direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, managing crisis situations, and promoting a therapeutic environment.

·         Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers, to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.

·         Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, documenting observations and reporting changes in their condition to the healthcare team.

·         Facilitate and participate in therapeutic groups and activities, promoting patients' engagement and skill-building.

·         Educate patients and their families on mental health disorders, medications, self-care strategies, and community resources.

·         Adhere to professional nursing standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements, including The Joint Commission accreditation standards.

·         Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care provided, and progress notes.

·         Continuously assesses the health status of the client/family.

·         Continuously assesses the acuity of each client and the entire unit in order to ensure patient and unit safety.

·         Develops an individualized treatment plan for each client prioritizing needs, setting goals, and determining nursing interventions to achieve those goals.

·         Implements nursing interventions and carries out physician orders appropriately according to the client’s individualized needs and plan of care.

·         Continuously evaluates client’s/family’s response to care and modifies treatment plan and interventions accordingly.

·         Directs the daily activities of the nursing staff in carrying out client care.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

·         21 years of age or older; or minimum 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member’s scope of practice; or minimum 18 years old for select administrative positions

·         Must be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Must possess a valid Driver License

• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification required (training provided by Polara Health)

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arizona.

• 2 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing preferred.

• Strong knowledge of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based nursing interventions.

• Excellent assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations.

• Proficient in administering medications and managing potential side effects and adverse reactions.

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

• Compassionate and non-judgmental approach in providing patient-centered care.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES 

·         People – Passionately believes in people and embraces diversity

·         Integrity ​–​​Does the right thing even when no one is looking

·         Learning ​–​​Challenges old paradigms with critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity

·         Accountability​ – Sets an intentional culture of personal responsibility; believes everyone carries the load

·         Relationships ​– Serves colleagues and consumers with love, empathy and compassion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The nature of work may generate considerable physical (transporting, moving, assisting clients, etc.), mental and visual demands. The physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         Office environment, travel within the community, as needed

·         Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.

·         May be required to wear protective clothing (PPE)

·         Annual TB screening per program policy and procedure

·         Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours

·         Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 50 or more pounds

·         Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols

·         Must be able to successfully complete all physical skills components of CPI, including floor-based interventions

This position is considered Safety-Sensitive by Polara Health.

Polara Health subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Polara Health’s policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Polara Health intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.

In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Polara Health’s policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify Polara Health in any of the following ways: by calling 928-445-5211, ext. 4047, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to Polara Health 3343 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.

Employment is contingent on background checks as required by Polara Health’s policies which may include Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, Department of Child Services, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional References.

We Offer the Following Benefits to Part Time and PRN Employees:

Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Sick Pay * Shift Pay (for select inpatient and residential positions) * Educational Reimbursement