RN - CHARGE (Seasonal)

GATEWAYS HOSPITAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER•Los Angeles, CA

84d•$47 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Center is a nonprofit organization providing mental health services to children, adolescents, transitional-aged youth, and adults in the Greater Los Angeles area. The organization includes a standalone 55-bed hospital and six outpatient facilities, and has approximately 400 employees. The Registered Nurse provides medical-related patient care and oversees medication-related personnel. The role collaborates with other disciplines and departments to support the safety and quality of patient care. The nurse also provides direction and training to staff, maintains clinical competencies, and responds to medical emergencies and crisis situations.

Requirements

Current California RN license and licensure by the California State Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
Experience managing aggressive and assaultive behavior.
Completion of a clinical rotation in psychiatric nursing.
Completion of a pharmacology course.
Knowledge of medications, particularly psychiatric medications.
Basic understanding of mental health legal matters, including confidentiality, holds, probable cause hearings, and patients’ rights.
Ability to respond appropriately and effectively to clients who may be unstable, angry, hostile, agitated, or intoxicated by alcohol or street drugs.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Proven ability to work with adult patients.
Ability to work independently, use good judgment, and remain calm in crisis situations.
Valid California driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to Gateways’ insurance carrier.
Must obtain any missing indicated certifications or licenses within 180 days of hire; required training must be completed within 30 days of hire on a date designated by onboarding. Staff must achieve certification at the level commensurate with their role to perform their duties.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds unassisted, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
Experience working in a residential facility.

Responsibilities

Administer nursing care, medications, injections, treatments, and other procedures in accordance with hospital policy, licensure, and standards of practice.
Educate clients individually and in groups about healthy lifestyle choices, diagnoses, medications, and medication actions and reactions.
Schedule and coordinate medical appointments for clients and consult with psychiatrists about treatment and medications.
Support psychiatrists by scheduling weekly appointments and forwarding necessary documentation, such as clinical reports and laboratory results.
Coordinate and perform weekly blood draws for clients.
Order, receive, reconcile, and deliver medical supplies and medications to maintain adequate stock.
Coordinate medication insurance authorization requests with pharmacies and enroll clients in patient assistance programs.
Monitor, reconcile, and approve pharmacy and laboratory invoices, and act as a liaison with pharmacy and laboratory personnel.
Participate in treatment team meetings, in-service training, and other scheduled meetings.
Observe and promptly report changes in clients’ conditions and behavior to the treatment team.
Assist with recruitment, training, evaluations, and discipline for indirect-reporting personnel.
Train treatment team staff on nursing-related matters, including medication room procedures.
Complete and maintain required documentation and electronic records accurately, promptly, and in an organized manner, in accordance with regulatory and hospital requirements.
Administer and document staff and client TB tests and maintain a due-date log.
Lead responses to medical emergencies by assessing clients and notifying staff, administration, or emergency responders as appropriate; ensure emergency transportation is arranged.
Assist with situational crisis intervention as needed and prioritize urgent tasks appropriately.
Pursue learning opportunities and maintain clinical and interpersonal competencies required for the role.
Seek guidance from the immediate supervisor as appropriate and communicate actively with staff, clients, and families.
Contribute to a positive therapeutic environment through responsible communication with coworkers, supervisors, and administration.
Perform other related tasks as assigned.