Crisis Stabilization RN - PM
About The Position
The Registered Nurse oversees nursing duties and related nursing activities for clients and supervises nursing department staff assigned to their shift. The role may also involve managing the facility milieu and general operations to support quality client care, effective facility operations, and safety. This may include overseeing staff in other departments, such as Safety Specialists, QA staff, clerks, and clinical staff. The nurse documents client care accurately in Electronic Medical Records and collaborates with internal and external departments and agencies to support client care and facility operations. Licensed staff who meet the qualifications may be asked to become certified as an LPS designee to complete applications under 5150/5585 for clients who need them. The position is with a Crisis Stabilization Unit in Irvine, California. The CSU provides immediate crisis intervention and stabilization to adults and adolescents, aiming to prevent psychiatric hospitalization. It operates 24/7, serves up to 16 adults aged 18 and older and 8 adolescents aged 13–17, and may provide care for up to 23 hours. The CSU also helps clients transition to other services and provides transportation as needed.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing.
- Valid California RN license.
- Current CPR certification.
- First Aid certification from an approved provider, such as the American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One year of experience with seriously emotionally disturbed children, adolescents, and adults in a mental health care setting preferred.
- One year of supervisory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee nursing duties and related nursing activities for clients.
- Supervise nursing department staff assigned to the shift.
- May manage the facility milieu and general operations to support client care, facility operations, and safety.
- May oversee staff in other departments, including Safety Specialists, QA staff, clerks, and clinical staff.
- Accurately document client care in Electronic Medical Records.
- Collaborate with internal and external departments and agencies to facilitate client care and facility operations.
- May become certified as an LPS designee and complete applications under 5150/5585 for clients in need.
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits.
- Vacation and holiday pay.
- On-the-job training and access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals, where applicable.
- Employee recognition and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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