Registered Nurse (RN) - On-Call
About The Position
Sound Behavioral Health is hiring an on-call nurse to support its outpatient clinic teams throughout King County. Sound provides mental health and addiction treatment services and uses the Reaching Recovery evidence-based clinical care model. The nurse evaluates clients’ health care needs; monitors and/or administers medications; coordinates and tracks medical issues; and refers or accompanies clients to appropriate medical resources inside and outside the agency. The role includes assessment and documentation, medication-related care and education, coordination with pharmacies and other providers, clinical recordkeeping, and collaboration with clients, colleagues, community agencies, and government organizations. The position travels throughout King County as needed to provide nursing support at Sound outpatient clinics. In certain programs, the nurse may transport clients or deliver medications using a personal or organization vehicle.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- A valid Washington State license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- A valid Washington driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
- Must pass criminal background checks.
- Knowledge of nurse practice laws.
- Ability to make independent medical decisions and initiate emergency medical treatment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and organize supervisory and consultant support when needed.
- Demonstrated knowledge of psychotropic medications.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with mental health conditions is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Observe, assess, record, and communicate clients’ behavior.
- Perform and document physical assessments as needed, following nursing protocols and directions during emergencies.
- Develop client assessments and treatment plans related to medical needs.
- Monitor and/or administer prescribed medical treatment, including medications.
- Identify medication side effects promptly and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
- Train clients and team members on the use and effects of psychotropic medications.
- Collect, process, and document laboratory specimens as needed.
- Communicate with pharmacies to obtain prescribed medications.
- Maintain a clean, well-stocked nursing area.
- Prepare and add reports, summaries, and progress notes to client charts.
- Participate in program development and assessment, including weekly meetings, as needed.
- Liaise with other agencies and secure resources for clients.
- Participate in team meetings, consultations, case presentations, and in-service training.
- Arrange hospitalization with clinicians when indicated.
- Advocate for culturally relevant services and for clients with community agencies and professionals, including health care providers and the criminal justice system.
- Develop knowledge of physical disability, chronic illness, and rehabilitation.
- Represent nursing services on Quality Assurance and related committees as requested.
- Train newly hired nurses.
- In certain clinical programs, transport clients or deliver medications using a personal or organization vehicle.
- Complete required documentation.
- Maintain ethical and competent client and peer relationships.
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Sound policies and procedures.
- Perform duties in accordance with OSHA and organization-designated safety regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Establish and maintain positive, ethical, and professional relationships with community and government agencies, other professionals, and clients’ family members or significant others; interact respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
Benefits
- Sound contributes 3% to the retirement plan, with the team member 100% vested.
- Team members may contribute to a 401(k) plan on a pre-tax and/or Roth basis.
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
- Paid sick leave, depending on hours worked.
- Free in-house professional training.
- Free parking at all Sound sites.
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