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Inpatient Psychiatric Registered Nurse

UCSF Health • Full-time • San Francisco, CA, US • 4w ago

Langley Porter Mount Zion Psych Inpatient

Full Time

80501BR

Job Summary

Nursing Staff provides direct nursing care to adult and geriatric patients presenting with the full spectrum of psychiatric diagnosis admitted to the Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital, inpatient unit. Under general supervision of the assigned charge nurse, nursing supervisor and nurse manager, the psychiatric RN performs nursing assessments, administers prescribed medications, and implements established nursing interventions utilizing current clinical knowledge of psychiatric and medical illnesses. The nursing assessment includes but is not limited to, collecting vital signs, current medication list and the patient’s medical and psychiatric histories. From the nursing assessment findings, the nurse establishes and implements the nursing care plan. The nurse updates the nursing care plan and the multi-disciplinary treatment plan as indicated throughout the patient’s admission. The nurse provides teaching and information to patients and families about prescribed medications and illness/symptom management. The Nurse documents all medication administration, nursing assessment findings and nursing interventions in the EMR.

This position provides on-site clinical oversight for Per Diem Clinical Nurse II’s, Licensed Vocational Nurses, Licensed Psychiatric Technicians, unlicensed assistive personnel, and Registry Staff. This position competently assumes charge in the absence of a Clinical Nurse III.

The Nurse works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team including staff MDs, Resident Doctors, Social Worker, unit Rehab Therapists, the unit Clerk, Hospital Assistants, and the Registration Coordinator. Nursing care is provided primarily on the Inpatient Unit, but the Nurse interacts with other Intensive Service programs at LPPH&C such as Partial Hospitalization Program, Intake, Utilization Management, Consult Liaison Service, and UCSF Medical Center personnel for patient referrals, patient care, admissions, etc.

The position requires the ability to function competently and professionally while under pressure. The Nurse must be skilled in crisis management and de-escalation.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

UCSF Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital and Clinics (LPPHC) consists of an adult inpatient unit, an adult partial hospitalization program, an adult intensive outpatient program, and adult/child outpatient services accounting for nearly 48,000 visits per year.

Required Qualifications

Active Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training within 6 months of hire
Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient psychiatric nursing experience required.
Lifting more than 50lbs, bending, twisting. (Not a sedentary position.)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability.
A preliminary job offer, and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance.
Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance in the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Active Crisis Prevention Institute(CPI) training
Experience with electronic health record in healthcare setting.
Knowledge of California Mental Health Holds (LPS).
BSN

License/Certification

Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
Active American Heart Association CPR Certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Adult Services

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

90%

Location

Mount Zion (SF)

Shift

Days, Weekends, Variable

Shift Length

12 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, Weekends

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