BEHAVIORAL CLINICAL SPECIALIST Job at CoperUniversity Health Care, Camden, NJ

TStNbWh1UFJkQ1g3RmFHcVNJVmdERjBKNEE9PQ==
  • CoperUniversity Health Care
  • Camden, NJ

Job Description

About us

AtCooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.  Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

An experienced registered nurse who has advanced preparation and demonstrates a high degree of professional competence in a specialized nursing field and who applies a wide range of alternatives and strategies in problem solving situations utilizing the nursing process and EBP. Promotes and supports the use of evidence-based practice, education, and clinical skills for the specialty population of psychiatry and behavioral health in acute care management.
Overview

1. Work strategically with the provider and nursing staff and system leaders to help develop quality and patient safety strategic plans- and the training/education essential to support those plans (i.e. High Reliability, Just Culture). 
2. In collaboration with clinical staff, risk, security, and providers, participate in the development, monitoring, reporting, and improvement of quality & patient safety activities related to the nursing care and safety of staff and behavioral health patients including individuals with disabilities. 
3. Partner with risk management in collecting and tracking system wide data including safety and security issues, handles highly sensitive and confidential information involving staff, ensures all required internal and external reporting occur.
4. Follows and Champions policy / procedures- to address care of the behavioral health patient and staff support
5. Serve as a leader/mentor by improving standards of practice via direct input into clinical policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, and standards of practice and raise professional and safety. 
6. Integrates with inpatient case management (Transitional Navigation) to plan care and support the patient throughout the continuum of care including behavioral plans, contracts, individualized treatment plans from nursing/behavioral perspective. 
7. Present planed and in situ nursing rounds on complex patient situations and mentor clinical RN staff to be present and to actively participate in nursing rounds and multidisciplinary rounds. Collaborate with Clinical Director, Medical Director, and Educator to enhance the knowledge base of nurses and the medical team.
8. Serve as consultant to all disciplines and departments, area of expertise, and patient population and participate on relevant committees and task forces as a clinical expert.
9. Advocate for best practices through the improvement of patient outcomes by advocating for individuals as well as populations within sphere of influence and area of expertise

Experience Required

1 year of psych nursing experience.

Experience with behavioral health and individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred

Education Requirements

  • Graduate from an NLN accredited school of nursing. 

  • BSN required, MSN preferred

License/Certification Requirements

  • NJ-RN: Current New Jersey license as a Registered Nurse.
  • BLS

Job Tags

Full time, Part time,

Similar Jobs

Waste Management

Helper Residential - 2205623 Job at Waste Management

 ...and more! Who are we? #WeAreWM Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today. I. Job Summary Driver Helper teams with Route Driver and assists in the collection of Waste and /or Recyclable material. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities... 

FSTONE Technologies

Social Media Manager Job at FSTONE Technologies

 ...We're seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Social Media Content Creator to join our team! If youre passionate about TikTok and Instagram, have a proven track record with at least one year of experience, and know how to engage audiences with fresh, creative content, this... 

Cisco Careers

Solutions Engineer 1431293 Job at Cisco Careers

 ...location for this position is Bellevue, WA. Why you'll love Cisco We change the World, you will become passionate about your employer...  ...Typically requires BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent. CCNA (CCNP/CCIE preferred) CCISP would be ideal Personality: You are a... 

Get It - Marketing

Senior Social Media Manager - Remote Job at Get It - Marketing

Social Media Manager (Esports & Gaming) Are you passionate about esports, gaming, and internet culture? As our user base grows and we expand into new global markets, we're looking for a Social Media Manager to help us elevate our brand to new heights. We're committed... 

Sysco

CDL A Shuttle Truck Driver - Deforest Job at Sysco

 ...work experience and other individualized factors JOB SUMMARY Sysco has immediate job openings for dependable CDL A Shuttle Delivery Truck Drivers to safely and efficiently operate a tractor-trailer and transport doubles (potentially triples) between Sysco facility...