Registered Nurse (RN) - San Francisco, CA (Part Time 0.4, 7a-3p)

Connections Health Solutions•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Connections Health Solutions is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their RESET Center in San Francisco. The RESET Center provides an alternative destination for individuals experiencing public intoxication, diverting them from emergency departments or jail. This role involves providing nursing assessment, monitoring, and protocol-driven intervention for adults experiencing acute intoxication within a low-barrier sobering environment. The RN performs abbreviated nursing triage, assesses behavioral and physical health needs, and documents according to harm-reduction and trauma-informed best practices. The goal is to ensure safe oversight, supportive care, and appropriate referrals or transfers for individuals, ultimately improving outcomes and connecting them to community resources. Connections Health Solutions is a mission-driven organization focused on redefining behavioral health crisis care and saving lives.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program
Unrestricted, active license as a Registered Professional Nurse through the California State Board of Nursing
Basic computer literacy, including the ability to document in an electronic health record (EHR)
Ability to obtain and accurately record vital signs
Strong attention to detail and ability to complete documentation in a timely manner
Ability to successfully complete Basic Life Support (BLS) certification during the first week of employment
Must obtain Overdose Prevention and Narcan Administration training within 30 days of hire
All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use treatment, detox, or related settings
Previous experience in emergency room, crisis stabilization, or alternate destination models
Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Experience working with individuals with addiction, medication-assisted treatment, and harm-reduction practices

Responsibilities

Provide nursing assessment, monitoring, and protocol-driven intervention for adults experiencing acute intoxication within a low-barrier sobering environment.
Perform abbreviated nursing triage per standardized procedure, assessing behavioral and physical health needs.
Document in accordance with harm-reduction and trauma-informed best practices.
Ensure safe oversight, supportive care, and protocol-guided referrals or transfers for individuals.
Perform abbreviated nursing assessments, including vitals, impairment/intoxication levels, and withdrawal risk screening.
Recognize signs of medical or psychiatric emergencies and initiate EMS or ED transfers when clinically indicated.
Provide supportive care, including hydration, nutrition/snack support, wound care, and medication administration per standing orders for minor injuries or symptoms.
Assess and monitor patients through the sobering process, noting changes in behavior, cognition, or level of consciousness.
Offer education, motivational engagement, and compassionate communication regarding substance use, health risks, and harm-reduction strategies.
Utilize trauma-informed and de-escalation approaches to respond to escalating behaviors.
Conduct incident debriefs and complete required clinical documentation following escalations or emergency outcomes.
Collaborate with EMS, law enforcement, and emergency department teams as part of alternate destination protocols.
Support center-wide safety and risk mitigation practices across the multidisciplinary team.
Participate in required onboarding and ongoing clinical training; maintain competencies and attend required meetings.
Perform all other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability paid by CHS
Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
Flexible Spending Accounts (health care, dependent care, and commuter benefits for eligible transportation expenses)
401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually
12 recognized company holidays
Company-paid parental leave available to eligible employees
Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
Auto enrollment in the 401k Plan after 90 days