Registered Nurse, Crisis & Urgent Care Services

Monarch • Concord, NC

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse in Crisis & Urgent Care Services oversees paraprofessionals who provide services and delivers direct nursing care to people supported by Monarch’s Behavioral Health Division. The nurse carries out treatment and supportive care as directed by the Prescriber or Vice President of Operations, in accordance with service definitions and best practices. The role may require driving and travel.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse (RN) certification from a State Board of Nursing.
• At least 1 year of experience in a crisis management setting or service providing crisis response.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children or adults in a behavioral health capacity.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document individuals’ appropriateness for services, level of functioning, health and mental status, medical history, medications, and medication compliance.
• Educate individuals receiving services about mental illness and substance use disorder.
• Participate in developing discharge and referral plans.
• Ensure individuals who need a higher or different level of care are referred or placed appropriately.
• Monitor individuals receiving services to ensure their health and safety.
• Provide crisis intervention and administer medication.
• Assess vital signs, refer individuals for emergency medical treatment when necessary, observe responses to medication, and conduct nursing assessments.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required.
• Maintain certification in all agency, state, and federal training requirements.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures, and with state and federal statutes and regulations applicable to program areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
• Ensure physician orders and service definition guidelines are followed.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive and flexible total rewards package.
• Eligible employees may have access to comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and other customizable benefits and perks.
• Benefits package supports full-time and part-time team members and their families.
• Opportunities for professional growth and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree