Overnight Full-Time RN or LPN
About The Position
CooperRiis is a voluntary residential mental health treatment facility that does not provide detox services. We take a holistic approach to care, emphasizing the health and wellness of both our residents and our staff. Our philosophy centers on respecting the autonomy of each individual, fostering a sense of community, and using a strength-based model to support mental health recovery. We believe that healing is most effective when people feel empowered, connected, and supported. Our Nursing Team plays a vital role in this journey. They have the time and space to build meaningful relationships with residents, offer personalized education, and provide individualized support throughout the recovery process.
Requirements
- RN or LPN NC or compact license
- Previous psychiatric experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Developing individualized care plans with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, therapists and other health care professionals
- Educating residents about mental health conditions and treatment plans, including coping strategies, self-care techniques, medications and supplements, and medication compliance.
- Take vital signs daily and perform nursing assessment
- Provide basic first aid when necessary
- Administer medications as prescribed by the psychiatrist and monitor patients for side effects and responses to these medications.
- Weekly packing of medications with residents, and to determine eligibility for resident self-administration of medications
- Assesses residents with physical and mental health complaints and collaborate with the on-site physician for follow up actions
- Administer random breathalyzer and urine drug screening
- Provides crisis intervention and assists with hospitalization when necessary
- Communicate with Integrative Health Specialist regarding supplements, dietary concerns, and additional weight monitoring
- Responds to crises, using de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral emergencies and ensure patient safety
- Maintains accurate and detailed resident records
Benefits
- PTO and Sick Time accrual from the first day
- Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
- Company Funded Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan with a company match
- Free Meals
- PSLF qualifying workplace
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
