RN PRN - Crisis

Centerstone • Clarksville, TN

5d

About The Position

Provides nursing care to clients in crisis in the Walk-In Center and Crisis Stabilization Unit. The role includes medication monitoring and adjusting medications within limits prescribed by an authorized prescriber, as well as providing information, education, and support that promote wellness and recovery. The position works one 12-hour shift per pay period.

Requirements

• Minimum of an associate nursing degree from an accredited school, or a waiver-approved LPN by the State of Tennessee.
• Professional licensure is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Effectively communicate in writing, verbally, in person, and virtually.
• Perform basic electronic medical record computer skills.
• Be detail-oriented and have effective problem-solving skills.
• Possess leadership skills.
• Have knowledge of psychotropic medications.
• Have crisis intervention skills.
• Be able to de-escalate patients/clients using evidence-based de-escalation training, including safety holds as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• RN preferred.
• One year of behavioral health nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments for individuals admitted to the Walk-In Center or Crisis Stabilization Unit.
• Monitor vital signs, perform lab testing, and evaluate medical appropriateness for admission and continued stay.
• Obtain orders from an authorized prescriber and enter them into the electronic medical record.
• Administer medications; monitor dosage, side effects, and use; and document patient reactions.
• Provide medication training to guests or their family/guardians, including guidance on administration, dosage levels, and side effects.
• Develop and maintain guests’ Treatment Plans of Care.
• Oversee the nursing needs of guests.
• Act as a liaison between guests and authorized prescribers, pharmacists, families, and/or collateral support systems.
• Coordinate guest and staff care assignments and provide shift-change reports.
• Observe guests and document observations in the electronic medical record.
• Provide group or individual education as needed.
• Participate in or lead staff meetings and training as scheduled or needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• Company-paid AD&D insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree