Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Acute

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Acute role at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital involves providing direct patient care, including treating patients, educating them about mental and medical conditions, and offering emotional support to patients and their families. The position requires running therapeutic groups, conducting psychiatric crisis interventions, and managing patient seclusion and restraint when necessary. Additionally, the nurse is responsible for recording medical histories, assisting with diagnostic tests, administering medications, and teaching patients and families about illness management and self-care.