Registered Nurse- Milestones

Thrive Behavioral Network•Alexandria, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Thrive Behavioral Network is seeking an AMAZING Behavioral Healthcare Team member. We employ compassionate, out-of-the-box thinkers who genuinely like other people and embrace differences. You will find yourself immersed in a strong team atmosphere where support is in abundance.

Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
Must have a valid license to practice in the State of Minnesota.
Must have professional experience in direct service to individuals with mental health issues.
Must have experience in management and supervision.
Must have a sincere desire to work with and promote the delivery of culturally competent services.
Qualified Mental Health Practitioner in accordance with M Statute 245.462 Subdivision 17.

Nice To Haves

Qualified Mental Health Practitioner in accordance with M Statute 245.462 Subdivision 17 (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide direct medical care for the organization’s Intensive Residential Treatment Services program.
Provide direct oversight of client’s medical care and medication administration procedures.
Oversee professional and paraprofessional staff administering medications.
Monitor client health status while in the program, including assessment at intake.
Make referrals to and coordinate with community psychiatric care providers.
Refer clients to or perform annual physical exams if due.
Address the needs of recipients with co-occurring Substance Abuse Disorder.
Assess all medical emergencies, including substance abuse problems.
Ensure safe handling and administration of medications.
Create documentation procedures and forms that assure medications will be used as prescribed.
Train staff in medication administration and documentation procedures.
Observe staff for competency in administering medications and other health-related procedures.
Educate staff and clients regarding medications, side-effects, and drug interactions.
Train staff in first aid techniques and response to medical emergencies.
Provide ongoing consultation and advice to staff and clients.
Order medications as needed.
Supervise destruction of medications.
Maintain open and honest communication with the Program Director and Treatment Supervisor and other staff promoting teamwork and support.
Inform Program Director and Treatment Supervisor of all significant happenings.
Communicate client and program needs to Program Director and Treatment Supervisor and other staff via timely written and verbal communication.
Promptly respond to client and staff emergencies in a supportive manner.
Attend weekly team meetings.
Monitor medication administration programs with assistance of medical staff (i.e. RN, LPN, etc.).