Behavioral Health Charge Nurse

Tanner Clinic•Layton, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Tanner Clinic has an immediate opening for a full-time Behavioral Health Charge Nurse at our East Layton location. Job Description: The Behavioral Health Charge Nurse will manage the behavioral health department’s Spravato (Ketamine) program. This will include coordination with drug vendors and insurances to facilitate smooth acquisition of medications and prior authorizations. Schedule management to ensure patients are scheduled in a timely manner. Administration of controlled medications in accordance with all laws and regulations. The Behavioral Health Charge Nurse will have responsibility over all patients in their care while on-site at Tanner Clinic. The RN will administer controlled substances through an intravenous (IV) line, IM injection, or intranasal spray depending on patient-specific treatment plans. The RN will be responsible for all safety measures including assessment and planning for any potential drug contraindications/complications, evaluation of patient response to IV therapy, and adequate patient observation to promote safety throughout the patient’s visit. The Behavioral Health Charge Nurse will be the point of contact for all Tanner Clinic behavioral health providers for the Spravato/Ketamine program. This individual will be responsible for communication and patient-specific follow-up with providers to ensure adherence to treatment plans. The RN will also be expected at times to assist in treatment planning as this individual is heavily involved in the care plan.

Requirements

Professional RN degree from an accredited school of nursing.
3+ years’ experience preferred
Current ACLS certification/ability to complete certification within 3 months of employment
Proven experience in sedation nursing or a related field.
Strong knowledge of sedation medications, their effects, and potential complications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound clinical judgments.
Attention to detail and a commitment to patient safety.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

Administration of controlled substances through an intravenous (IV) line, IM injection, or intranasal spray.
Assess and plan for any potential drug contraindications and complications.
Assessment of patient response to intravenous therapy.
Adequate patient observation to ensure patient safety.
Orders, stores, tracks, and oversees the use and disposal of controlled substances.
Ensures proper documentation and reconciliation of medication usage.
Maintains compliance with state, federal, and FDA drug storage and handling regulations.
Provides training and supervision related to medication preparation and administration.
Trains and mentors new and existing nursing staff on clinical procedures and patient care standards.
Oversees adherence to established protocols and best practices.
Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Responds to emergencies and unexpected clinical situations to ensure patient safety and effective care delivery.
Maintains accurate records of medication utilization.
Completes required documentation related to drug use, including prior authorizations when applicable.
Supports workflow efficiency and compliance auditing.