Rolling Hills Hospital is currently hiring. We are an 80–bed acute care facility that provides quality behavioral healthcare and treatment for adolescents, adults, geriatrics and individuals with chemical dependency. If you are interested in employment within our hospital, please review the job listings below to see if there is a position available that suits your skill sets and/or experience. If you feel that you meet the job requirements for an open position, you may submit your resume using one of the following methods:
Provide direct patient care as prescribed by the physician and treatment team. Provide medical management and assessment of patients. Ensure environmental safety and crisis management for the patient population. Direct the implementation of behavior management programs and ensure consistent carry-through. Make patient & task assignments to subordinates & monitor their performance of duties. Provide training & education to staff, patients, families, & others. Document patient care; ensure that data is accurate, & that it is included in the master treatment plan via timely nursing care plan updates. Work with the treatment team to provide a consistently therapeutic milieu.
education / training
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Graduate of an accredited school nursing
licensure / certification
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Current Tennessee State Registered Nurse License
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Current CPR Certification
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CPI Certification within 90 days of hire
qualifications
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Knowledge of appropriate nursing assessment, diagnoses, & interventions with patients.
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Knowledge of milieu management.
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Ability to direct subordinates in the performance of their duties.
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Ability to accurately administer medication and monitor side-effects.
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Ability to safely implement Special Treatment Procedures.
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Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with patients and families
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Skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation
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Has knowledge of JCAHO, CMS, OSHA regulations and all other relevant state and federal regulatory standards.
experience
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One year inpatient psychiatric experience with adults and adolescents preferred.
Job Description: Mental Health Specialist
description
Assists in the direct care & management of patients across all ages ranges with medical & behavioral issues under the supervision of the LPN / RN as directed by the treatment team. Assists with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities & activities of daily living within the functional ability of patients and with consideration for the patient’s level of growth and development.
education / training
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Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
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Prefer bachelor’s degree or college courses in health care, mental health, recreational therapy, education, or human growth & development.
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Proficiency speaking and writing the English language.
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Must be at least 21 years of age.
licensure / certification
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Current CPR Certification
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CPI Certification within 90 days of hire
qualifications
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Displays an understanding of the basic concepts of safe, supportive, nurturing, & therapeutic human interactions.
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Demonstrates understanding of program & philosophy & is able to interpret & implement patient care.
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Displays an active interest in learning.
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Demonstrates creativity & problem solving skills.
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Demonstrates leadership by training new employees.
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Effectively interacts with patients, peers, & families.
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Demonstrates ability to follow behavior program.
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Has knowledge of JCAHO, CMS, OSHA regulations and all other relevant state and federal regulatory standards.
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Able to maintain professional records and patient confidentiality.
Demonstrates consistent ability to problem-solve & communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing.
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Demonstrates regular, required attendance.
experience
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Prefer one year’s experience as a nurse’s aide, mental health aide, psych aide, or the equivalent in a rehabilitation, psychiatric, or similar setting.
