RN / Psychiatric Nursing Job in Salem VA, Virginia / Hospital
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Standard Qualifications: Come and join our 2018 StaRN Training Program! We invite new graduate registered nurses to apply for a unique opportunity to be given didactic and clinical training in for our Psychiatric Units. LewisGale Medical Centerand Health Trust have partnered together to provide this 14 week program that will allow new graduates to obtain specific experience through an intensive internship program. After the completion of the program you will transition to staff roles within the nursing departments of LewisGale Medical Center. The StaRN Program is primarily designed to provide the new RN with the tools necessary to succeed in today's hospital environment. The program is 7 weeks of classroom training and 7 weeks in a clinical preceptorship Your training will include basic EKG, ACLS, ECCO high level simulation lab and systems based lectures QUALIFICATIONS: - Graduate of an accredited nursing school within the past 6 months. BSN graduate preferred - Applicants can apply and be offered a position prior to passing the NCLEX exam - Applicants should not have acute care / hospital RN experience - American Heart Association BLS certification required - Previous nursing support or service industry experience preferred - Self-motivated and strong communication skills required - Acceptance in programs requires a two year commitment to the facility LewisGale Medical Center (LGMC) delivers quality care to our patients located in the beautiful mountainous region of Southwest Virginia. LGMC is a 521-bed acute care facility and is the largest hospital in the LewisGale Regional Health System (LGRHS). LewisGale is also ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the nation for benchmarked quality cancer care, patient safety and satisfaction and health outcomes. More specifically, our Behavioral Health Unit offers hope, help, encouragement and support for individuals with emotional, behavioral and mental health needs, including depression, chemical dependency such as drug or alcohol addiction, anxiety and many other issues. Individuals receive the best quality care through specialized services in safe, healthy, confidential and calming environments. Also, our programs cover a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services for adolescents age 13 and up, adults, impaired professionals and some geriatric patients. See additional information about this unit our website xxxxxxxxxxx* . Additional Information about our Behavioral Health Unit: Nurse to patient ratios based on acuity Patient turn over ranges from 3 - 7 days Provide the use of a gym, art room, and private consultation rooms for patient needs A supportive environment focused on fostering educational opportunities and specialty certification Leaders have a passion for supporting nurses in reaching their professional goals, maintaining a teamwork atmosphere, and delivering excellent patient care
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