Registered Nurse (RN) On-Call

Sound • Auburn, WA

5d • $56 - $59 • Onsite

About The Position

Sound Behavioral Health is hiring an on-call nurse for its residential team at Parks Place in Auburn, Washington. Sound provides mental health and addiction treatment services and uses the evidence-based Reaching Recovery 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. Team members are expected to demonstrate compassion, patience, and understanding, and to support diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion.

The position works with clients, colleagues, community and government agencies, other professionals, and clients’ families or significant others. Duties include assessing and documenting client health and behavior, supporting treatment plans, coordinating medication and laboratory needs, maintaining clinical records, advocating for clients, and participating in team and program activities. In certain clinical programs, the nurse may transport clients or deliver medications using a personal or organization vehicle.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing school, a valid Washington State RN or LPN license, a valid Washington driver’s license, and an insurable driving record. A criminal background check is required. Previous experience working with mental health conditions is preferred. Compensation is $56.18–$59.05 per hour. Benefits listed for Sound team members working fewer than 19 hours per week include a retirement contribution, access to a 401(k), an employee assistance plan, paid sick leave depending on hours worked, free in-house professional training, and free parking at Sound sites.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid Washington State license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• 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.
• Ability to initiate emergency medical treatment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing, and to organize supervisory and consultant support when needed.
• Demonstrated knowledge of psychotropic medications.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, ethical, and professional working relationships with agencies, professionals, and clients’ family members or significant others.
• Respect for individual and cultural differences when working with a wide variety of people, including members of ethnic and sexual minority populations.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands of the job, including frequently lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds or more with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, record, and communicate clients’ behavior.
• Perform and document physical assessments as needed, according to nursing protocols and as directed during emergencies.
• Develop consumer 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 incorporate reports, summaries, and progress notes into client charts and clinical records.
• Participate in program development and assessment, including weekly meetings, as needed.
• Liaise with other agencies and secure resources on behalf of 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 in delivering services.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and county laws and regulations, Sound policies and procedures, and applicable safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sound contributes 3% to the team member’s retirement plan; the team member is 100% vested.
• Access to a 401(k) plan with pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Paid sick leave, depending on hours worked.
• Free in-house professional training.
• Free parking at all Sound sites.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree