Registered Nurse

Bhst Iii•Modesto, CA

18h

About The Position

Under the administrative supervision of the Team Leader or Program Director, the Registered Nurse provides psychosocial, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services for adults. The role includes nursing assessments and preventive health measures, medication preparation and education, prescribed treatment and nursing interventions, documentation, coordination with physicians and outside agencies, and support for staff and clients across Turning Point Community Programs facilities. The position may require off-site meetings and trainings, transportation of medication or equipment, and field visits, including home visits in some programs. The nurse must follow program procedures, TPCP policies, and applicable state licensing standards; maintain a valid California RN license and current First Aid/CPR certification; and keep required driver and vehicle credentials current. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Compensation is $42.00–$46.00 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Recent experience in psychiatric nursing, with medical/surgical experience or home health care.
Valid California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance and registration.
Reliable transportation capable of passing a vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old; two-wheeled transportation is excluded.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
Maintain a clean driving record and meet the stated attendance standard.

Responsibilities

Perform nursing assessments and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines, and make referrals as needed.
Set up medications according to established procedures in preparation for medication outreach.
Document all billable interventions in progress notes according to County guidelines and current computerized documentation programs.
Process doctors’ orders according to program-specific procedures, including obtaining pharmacy refill requests to support continuity of treatment.
Educate clients, family members, board and care operators, and personal service coordinators about medications, directions, side effects, drug interactions, and other health issues.
Advocate for consumers and uphold a member-driven, strength-based philosophy to support member satisfaction.
Interact professionally with outside agencies, pharmacies, doctors’ offices, and laboratories to provide continuity of care.
Participate in shift update meetings and interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Provide staff training and information regarding medical- or nursing-related topics as needed.
Provide nursing support to other Turning Point facilities as needed, including administering injections.
Collaborate with psychiatrists and psychiatric residents and keep them informed of relevant client and member information.
Monitor and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments and results of laboratory or diagnostic tests to the physician.
Provide and administer prescribed medical treatment under physician supervision and deliver nursing interventions to clients.
Administer TB tests to clients and staff, participate in annual employee TB screening, provide tests as needed throughout the year, and maintain related records.
Inventory and order medications and medical supplies from the pharmacy.
Arrange quarterly destruction of expired, discontinued, or refused medications according to TPCP procedure.
Safely transport medical supplies and waste using a personal vehicle; perform home visits in some programs.
Maintain a clean driving record and current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and registration.
Attend staff meetings and monthly nurses’ meetings unless authorized to miss them by the appropriate director.
Know and follow TPCP medication procedures in the Operations and Procedures Manual and adhere to Turning Point Community Programs policies and procedures.
Keep current with medical information and professional developments through workshops, conferences, and other activities, consistent with licensing renewal requirements.
Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification and meet performance and attendance standards.