Psych Nurse - RN

SERO MENTAL HEALTH•Bellevue, WA

2d•$36 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the direct medical care of THIRA Health patients through regular patient check-ins. Coordinate care with clinical treatment and assist in treatment plans for patients. Work is performed primarily indoors, with both artificial and natural lighting. Equipment includes standard office equipment, i.e. computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, printer, and scanner. Physical demands include sitting, walking, standing, bending over, repetitive use of hands, and lifting up to 25lbs. Position requires close contact with all THIRA Health staff and mental health patients. Hours and days can vary within a Sunday through Saturday week.

Requirements

Requires associate's degree in nursing (ADN)
Must possess and maintain licensure of either RN; must maintain good standing with the State Licensing Board
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to use various software programs
Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check (Federal and state)
AFH Staff: ability to successfully pass the Department of Social and Health Services background check
For positions involving driving personal vehicles or company vehicles as part of the job duties, valid driver's license, proof of personal liability insurance
AFH or other assigned positions – successfully pass THIRA’s Driver Assessment
Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends & holidays as needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred (BSN)
Minimum one (1) year prior experience as a nurse or C.N.A. required
Prior mental or behavioral health nursing experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot problems/situations that arise with patients within the facility; provide milieu support and general coverage for programs as needed; on-call on the floor to meet the needs of the clinic
Take vitals on PHP/RTF patients as required document accordingly in patient’s chart
Perform initial new patient medical assessment, including but not limited to, reconcile medications, obtain medical/surgical history and most recent labs, confirm all patient allergies, and document all findings in patient chart
Maintain patient illness tracking log and consult with patients regarding questions/concerns about presenting physical medical symptoms
Coordinate care with clinical treatment team and assist in treatment plans for patients as necessary
Maintain all medical data for patients in EMR patient charts
Support Nurse Manager & Infection Control Team with staff illness record maintenance as needed
Design and lead health and wellness lectures/groups for patients
Assist PHP / RTF patients with self-administered medications if needed and maintain the medication self-administration records and orders
Support prescribers with creation of lab and EKG orders for all patients as necessary, follow up with providers when needed
Preform skin assessments for self-harm behavior, treat as needed and refer to outside providers when necessary
Communicate with outside providers and patient family members regarding medical information as directed
Assist with medical supply ordering and inventory; maintain medical budget
Coordinate disposal of biohazard waste with appropriate vendors as directed
Support and maintain policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and client confidentiality; monitor documents according to company and HIPAA policies.
Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel.
Adhere to WA State Requirements for Mandated Reporting
Demonstrate awareness and respect for diverse clients and staff
Adheres to THIRA Health’s compliance standards, Ethics and Code of Conduct Policy and Conflict of Interest Policy
Attend and actively participate in all required THIRA meetings, trainings, and all other coverage, duties, and special projects as assigned
Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and judgement with sensitive and confidential matters, including PII, PHI, and HIPAA requirements
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
Maintain focus on THIRA’s core principles, priorities, and patient-centered culture
Effectively communicate with all levels of staff, visitors, healthcare professionals, marketers, and the public in a professional, sensitive, and interpersonal manner
Perform other duties as assigned
All other duties as assigned