Registered Nurse (CRU)

Oakland Community Health Network•Pontiac, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works under the direct supervision of the Nurse Supervisor. The RN is responsible for delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, and person-centered nursing care within the crisis residential unit. Operating in a fast-paced crisis setting, the RN plays a critical role in supporting client stabilization, safety, and recovery. This position will work 3,12-hour shifts, every other weekend.

Requirements

Associates of Nursing
BLS
Recipient Right’s
Unrestricted RN license
Minimum of five years of nursing experience working in a human service, crisis or medical environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred.
Experience in working with electronic health records
Experience in customer service
Experience in crisis de-escalation
Experience working with adults with severe mental illness, substance use disorder or intellectual/developmental disabilities
Experience working with children with serious emotional disturbance

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care and clinical support within the crisis residential unit.
Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to determine client needs and acuity.
Administer medications and monitor therapeutic and adverse effects.
Participate in shift report meetings and communicate relevant updates to the care team.
Collaborate with milieu specialists, behavioral health technicians, and other staff to ensure coordinated care.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
Support de-escalation efforts and crisis intervention strategies to promote individual safety.
Monitor the physical and emotional well-being of individuals and respond to emergent needs.
Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, licensing requirements, and best practices.
Participate in orientation and on-the-job training for new nursing staff as assigned.
Assist in maintaining a safe, trauma-informed, and person-centered environment.
Engage in quality improvement activities, including incident reporting and follow-up.
Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and external providers to support care continuity.
Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all aspects of care delivery.
Other duties as assigned.