Lead RN (Registered Nurse)
MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS INC•San Diego, CA
•$52 - $54•Hybrid
About The Position
At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment. This role provides operational oversight of nursing and offers direct client care including physical health monitoring. In the absence of a nurse, the Lead RN will administer medications, assess symptoms, and evaluate patient progress.
Requirements
- Licensed Registered Nurse in California required.
- Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
- Cultural competency understanding required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience providing mental health and/or substance abuse services preferred.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
- Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
- In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the organization and management of medication coaching and delivery to clients, as well as integrating medication administration into treatment plans. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies.
- Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol.
- Oversee nursing policies, procedures, audits and liaison with program psychiatrist.
- Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
- Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
- Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
- Participate in scheduled program meetings.
- Other relevant duties as assigned.
- Assist Program Manager with day-to-day operations and supervise nursing staff.
- Act as a member of the leadership team and maintains program integrity.
- Transport clients in program or personal vehicle, as required.
- Provide services to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) clients enrolled in the SUD Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
