Sentara Healthcare Norfolk , VA 23510
Posted 1 week ago
City/State
Norfolk, VA
Overview
Work Shift
Third (Nights) (United States of America)
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse Unit Coordinator for the Behavioral Health Unit
Team Approach to Behavioral Health
Our approach to care provides individualized treatment for adults and seniors that combines the diverse specialties and talents of our experts, including:
Certified psychiatrists
Psychiatric nurses
Nurse practitioners
Dietitians
Mental health technicians
Grief counselors
Substance abuse specialist
Recreational therapists
Social workers
Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health.
What does Inpatient Treatment at Sentara Behavioral Health Services Include?
At Sentara Behavioral Health Services, we believe in focusing our treatment on the person, not the symptoms. Our comprehensive inpatient treatment services include:
24-hour nursing service
Daily treatment planning meetings with a physician
Medication management and education
Nutritional consultations and counseling/education
Case management and discharge planning that actively engages the patient and family
Family therapy, as clinically indicated
Group therapy
Patient education groups
Recreational therapy and pet therapy
Qualifications: 18 months nursing experience required. BSN required; Master degree preferred, if the graduate degree is not in nursing then the BSN is required. Meets any requirements defined by specific specialty.
Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B , 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks and more. Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!
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Job Summary
Demonstrates proficiency in nursing practice for assigned specialty area and provides clinical leadership for the delivery of nursing care in a department. Under the direction of the department manager leads safety and quality initiatives, focuses on and simplifies workflow, and contributes to the development of staff. Increase staff satisfaction and promotes excellent (Gold Standard) customer service.
18 months nursing experience required. BSN required; Master degree preferred, if the graduate degree is not in nursing then the BSN is required. Meets any requirements defined by specific specialty.
Behavioral Health - de-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire.
Emergency Care - de-escalation and physical intervention training within 90 days of hire.
BLS required within 90 days of hire. Professional Specialty Nursing Certification preferred.
Qualifications:
N-4YR - RN-Bachelor's Level Degree (Required), N-6YR - RN-Master's Level Degree (Required), N-DN - RN-Doctorate Level Degree (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certification
Other/National, Registered Nurse (RN) Single State
Nursing License
North Carolina, Registered Nurse (RN) Single State
Nursing License
Virginia, Registered Nurse License (RN)
Nursing License
Compact/Multi-State License
Nursing
Skills
Sentara Healthcare prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
Per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require proof of education; these regulations are posted at ecfr.gov for further information. In an effort to expedite this verification requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript at time of application.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
Sentara Healthcare