Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Montare Behavioral Health is hiring a Registered Nurse for its adult behavioral health inpatient facility in the north foothills of Tucson, Arizona. Under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON), the nurse works closely with the Medical Director and other multidisciplinary team members to identify, assess, and respond to clients’ physical, psychological, and social needs while they receive mental health and substance use treatment in a residential facility setting. The position is full-time and works 12-hour overnight shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, three shifts per week. The nurse must be available to work at least one weekend day.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Graduate from an accredited professional nursing program.
- Hold a current license to practice from the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
- Have two years of experience working directly with clients with psychiatric diagnoses in a treatment facility.
- Have experience monitoring clients detoxing from substances.
- Hold a Level I Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card and be able to pass required background clearances.
- Demonstrate proficient oral and written communication skills.
- Have a current Arizona driver's license and a current, clean 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
- Be able to work in a team environment.
- Be available for three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM and at least one weekend day.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
Responsibilities
- Complete nursing assessments and document relevant behavioral health, physical health, and substance abuse concerns.
- Observe clients, chart and report changes in condition, including adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and take necessary follow-up action.
- Provide crisis intervention using therapeutic communication, verbal de-escalation, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Transcribe medical provider orders and administer prescribed medications.
- Review medication logs, conduct daily medication counts, and request refills as needed.
- Manage, organize, and maintain the safety of the medication room, including supply inventory and equipment compliance.
- Evaluate medical concerns and direct clients to emergency medical care when required.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living.
- Work with the treatment team to assess client needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
- Support clients and build rapport while maintaining consistent boundaries.
- Provide education to clients and the team regarding behavioral health diagnoses, medications, and treatments as requested.
- Attend and participate in regularly scheduled team meetings and trainings.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
