Nurse II, RN (Registered Nurse II) - Fixed Pool $25,000 Sign On Incentive

State of Colorado • Pueblo, CO

344d • Remote

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide nursing oversight, administrative oversight and lead worker over nursing personnel of three or more FTE's on a continuous basis as well as clinical supervision of all nursing staff during a specific shift. This position provides direction to all direct care nursing staff on assigned shift and serve as a resource and mentor to all nursing staff on assigned shifts. Duties in this position include: responsible for the direction, clinical supervision and of all Nursing staff of the assigned unit while working in conjunction with the Lead Nurse. The position will assist in coordinating staffing schedules by utilizing knowledge of acuity, and pool staff to maximize the quality of care given to unit patients on the unit. The position is responsible for ensuring all nursing assignments and duties are completed and in compliance with CMHIP policies and psychiatric and medical nursing standards, licensure requirements and governing bodies while working in conjunction with the Lead Nurse. The position also involves maintaining nursing standards of care for their assigned shift on the unit by creating and maintaining processes to communicate and follow up with assigned staff so that standards are kept in compliance.

Requirements

• Current, valid licensure as a Registered Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Two years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.
• Experience must be clearly stated in the application; vague statements will not be accepted.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience as a Supervisor or Unit Manager.
• Specialized professional nursing experience in a Behavioral Health, Forensic, or Geriatric Unit.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the shift through training, mentorship and development.
• Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse in a mental health setting.
• Proficient in the development and implementation of patient care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing oversight and administrative oversight over nursing personnel.
• Clinical supervision of all nursing staff during a specific shift.
• Coordinate staffing schedules based on patient acuity.
• Ensure compliance with CMHIP policies and nursing standards.
• Conduct individual coaching sessions with assigned staff.
• Maintain nursing standards of care for the assigned shift.
• Communicate regularly with other disciplines and department leadership.
• Implement actions to maximize productivity of nursing personnel.
• Ensure compliance with mandatory training and competencies.
• Participate in Trauma Informed Care initiatives.

Benefits

• Strong retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account.
• Paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
• Employee Wellness program.
• Flexible schedules and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees