Registered Nurse - PRN - Psychiatric Subacute

Volunteers Of America, Utah • Murray, UT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Volunteers of America, Utah is hiring a PRN Registered Nurse for its 20-bed psychiatric subacute facility at Creekside Stabilization Center. The facility provides 24-hour, medically monitored care for adults transitioning from psychiatric hospital or state hospital stays, or stepping up from outpatient care. Some patients require detox support; all admissions are voluntary, and the expected length of stay is about five days. Working with the team APRN, the nurse manages medications, monitors for medical complications, and helps patients stabilize for transition to a less restrictive level of care.

The Registered Nurse works with the team APRN to organize and manage medication administration, deliver medication and medical services, and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services. The role is PRN and part-time, with 12-hour shifts; weekend overnight shifts are preferred. Nurses must also be available to cover shifts when a staff member calls out or does not show up and alternate coverage cannot be found. Based on current staffing, on-call assignments are expected to be about five to six days per month. On-call pay is $3 per hour for each on-call hour, and hours worked when called in are paid at the regular rate. Night shifts receive an additional $2 per hour.

Volunteers of America, Utah is an affiliate of a national nonprofit, faith-based organization that has served communities across the United States for more than 125 years. Its mission is to provide community-supported paths for vulnerable people to improve their lives and increase self-reliance. Its programs serve people experiencing challenges related to mental health, substance use, and homelessness.

Requirements

• Current Utah RN license.
• Demonstrated crisis intervention skills.
• Sound judgment within the scope of the position, with the ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and agency policies.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and adapt to change.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse workforce, clients, and the public.
• Willingness to accept supervision and direction.
• Ability to become CPR and First Aid certified.
• At least 21 years old.
• Ability to pass a Utah DHHS Office of Licensing background screening and pre-employment drug screen, and maintain eligible/pass determination through DHHS' continuous background monitoring.
• Availability for PRN/on-call coverage as described; current staffing indicates about five to six on-call days per month.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a psychiatric hospital, subacute, or other medically monitored psychiatric setting.
• Experience managing alcohol or opioid withdrawal.
• Experience monitoring patients on lithium, clozapine, or other medications that require lab monitoring.
• Experience working with individuals who have serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
• Preference for weekend overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the medication system with the team psychiatrist or APRN, including administering medications and medical services.
• Arrange required lab work, complete documentation for the medication system, and keep clients current on labs as needed.
• Screen and monitor clients for medical problems and medication side effects, and educate clients and team members about side effects.
• Monitor withdrawal for patients with a detox component, including CIWA-Ar and COWS assessments.
• Monitor medication safety for QTc, lithium, valproate, and clozapine, and check for drug interactions.
• Screen new admissions for high-risk factors, complete initial assessments, and assist with other intake processes.
• Complete medical and medication reconciliation for patients transferring from psychiatric hospitals.
• Coordinate services with other medical professionals, including pharmacy staff, medication representatives, and other treatment providers.
• Work with clients to build strategies that help them take medications as prescribed, such as reminders and individualized routines.
• Support discharge and step-down planning with the team and receiving providers.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation that meets program requirements.
• Take part in daily staff meetings and treatment planning reviews.
• Train staff, clients, and others on health and medication topics as needed.
• Attend work on a regular and predictable basis.
• Maintain professional relationships with referral sources, community figures, and other professionals.
• Maintain professional skills and continuing education requirements through conferences, workshops, courses, and professional reading approved by the Program Manager.
• Demonstrate familiarity with and adherence to Utah laws on confidentiality and mandatory reporting.
• Conduct professional life in accordance with the standards of the discipline and agency clinical policies and procedures.
• Stay current on behavioral health trends, including comorbid mental health issues, psychopharmacology advances, and evidence-based practices.
• Perform other functions as necessary or assigned.

Benefits

• 403b retirement plan with employer match (50% match up to 3%).
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees.
• Employee Referral Program including cash bonuses and paid time off.
• $3 per hour for each on-call hour; hours worked when called in are paid at the regular rate.
• Additional $2 per hour for night shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed