Registered Nurse - Mental Health Facility

Job Summary

Duties

1. Patient Assessment & Clinical Monitoring

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments upon patient admission.
• Monitor patients for withdrawal symptoms and clinical changes.
• Record and track vital signs and patient observations regularly.
• Escalate clinical concerns promptly to physicians or senior nurses.
• Update and maintain individualized patient care plans.

2. Medication Management & Administration

• Safely administer medications in accordance with physician orders.
• Monitor patients for medication reactions or side effects.
• Maintain accurate medication administration records.
• Ensure adherence to medication safety and controlled drug protocols.
• Participate in medication reconciliation during admission and discharge.

3. Detox & Withdrawal Management

• Monitor and document withdrawal symptoms using approved clinical tools.
• Support medical detoxification protocols as directed by physicians.
• Provide clinical care to manage withdrawal-related complications.
• Ensure patient safety during acute withdrawal phases.
• Support patient stabilization prior to transition into rehabilitation programs.

4. Patient Safety & Infection Control

• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Report incidents, risks, or adverse events in accordance with policy.
• Participate in safety audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of medical supplies and equipment.

5. Documentation & Clinical Coordination

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate patient status effectively during shift handovers.
• Coordinate care with physicians, psychologists, and therapists.
• Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of patient information.

6. Therapeutic Support & Team Collaboration

• Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients.
• Encourage patient participation in treatment and recovery programs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, and training sessions.
• Contribute to maintaining a respectful and recovery-focused environment.