Crisis Stabilization RN

Stars Behavioral Health Group•Irvine, CA

22h•$40 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is the treatment team member who is responsible for overseeing all nursing duties and related nursing activities for clients. The Registered Nurse is also responsible for the supervision of the nursing department staff assigned to their respective shift. This position may be responsible for managing the overall milieu in the facility and general operations to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of those therein which may include the shift oversight of staff designated to other departments (i.e. Safety Specialists, QA staff, Clerks, Clinical staff, etc.) as well as the nursing department. This position is responsible for accurately documenting client care in the Electronic Medical Records; collaborating with internal and external departments and agencies to facilitate optimal client care and facility operations. Licensed staff (that meet qualifications) may be asked to become LPS designee certified to facilitate the completion of “applications 5150/5585” for clients in need of such. Program: The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is a place where people experiencing a mental health crisis can go to be stabilized. These facilities operate 24/7 to provide crisis stabilization. Population Served: Up to 16 adults (ages 18 and up) and 8 adolescents (ages 13 to 17). Facility & Setting: Can be compared to an Urgent Care Center where people often go for a medical emergency instead of going to the hospital ER. Patients may stay up to 23 hours. Clinical Services: Provides important services to those in need of immediate crisis intervention and stabilization. Designed to prevent psychiatric hospitalizations. Length of Stay: stay of up to 23 hours Skills & Transition: The CSU will help clients to stabilize and will also provide referrals to other needed services. Transportation is provided 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 (1) year experience with seriously emotionally disturbed children, adolescents, and adults in a mental health care setting, preferred.
One (1) year supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Overseeing all nursing duties and related nursing activities for clients.
Supervision of the nursing department staff assigned to their respective shift.
Managing the overall milieu in the facility and general operations to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of those therein.
Shift oversight of staff designated to other departments (i.e. Safety Specialists, QA staff, Clerks, Clinical staff, etc.) as well as the nursing department.
Accurately documenting client care in the Electronic Medical Records.
Collaborating with internal and external departments and agencies to facilitate optimal client care and facility operations.
Becoming LPS designee certified to facilitate the completion of “applications 5150/5585” for clients in need of such (if qualified).

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Generous Time Off
Ample vacation and holiday pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
Professional Growth Opportunities
On-the-job training
Access to paid CEU opportunities
Career development programs designed to help you grow
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
Employee Recognition & Rewards