RN (Thomaston)

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Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

Position Summary:

The Staff RN on the Geriatric Inpatient Psychiatric Unit provides compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to older adults experiencing acute psychiatric conditions. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to promote safety, stabilization, and recovery in a structured therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor for therapeutic and adverse effects.
• Provide direct patient care including assistance with ADLs, behavioral interventions, and crisis management.
• Monitor and document changes in mental and physical health status.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and Joint Commission standards.
• Participate in unit safety rounds, de-escalation techniques, and emergency response protocols.
• Advocate for patient dignity, autonomy, and rights in all aspects of care.

Qualifications:

• Required:

  • Current RN license in [State]
  • BLS certification
  • Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment

• Preferred:

  • Experience in psychiatric or geriatric nursing
  • CPI or other crisis intervention certification
  • BSN or higher degree in nursing

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, and assist patients for extended periods.
• Capacity to manage stressful situations and respond calmly to psychiatric emergencies.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical interventions when necessary.

Work Environment:

• Secure inpatient psychiatric unit with a focus on geriatric care.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team setting.
• Emphasis on trauma-informed care and patient-centered approaches.

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