Registered Nurse RN Intake, Per-Diem, PM Shift & NOC shift

Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak•Covina, CA

2d•$46 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Charter Oak Hospital offers compassionate and individualized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in a patient-centric approach, where every treatment plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of each person who walks through our doors. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital has been delivering Behavioral Health Treatment Services for over 83 years. We are located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Covina, California. Covina is about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the San Gabriel Valley, close to 10, 60 and 210 FWY. EEOC Employer. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. We participate in the E-Verify program. Follow the link for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

Requirements

Current California RN License
Outstanding oral communication, assessment and intervention skills
Ability to concentrate on task in high traffic areas
Ability to deal with crisis and potentially combative patients while maintaining personal and emotional equilibrium
Knowledge of DSM III-R diagnostic criteria
Knowledgeable of patient rights and laws pertaining to mental health
Current BLS for healthcare provider card required upon hire
Therapeutic Options™ (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor

Responsibilities

Perform pre-admission assessments and referrals.
Respond to telephone and face-to-face inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.