Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse (RN) certification from a State Board of Nursing.
• At least 1 year of experience in a crisis management setting or service providing crisis response.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children or adults in a behavioral health capacity.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document individuals’ appropriateness for services, level of functioning, health and mental status, medical history, medications, and medication compliance.
• Educate individuals receiving services about mental illness and substance use disorder.
• Participate in developing discharge and referral plans.
• Ensure individuals who need a higher or different level of care are referred or placed appropriately.
• Monitor individuals receiving services to ensure their health and safety.
• Provide crisis intervention and administer medication.
• Assess vital signs, refer individuals for emergency medical treatment when necessary, observe responses to medication, and conduct nursing assessments.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required.
• Maintain certification in all agency, state, and federal training requirements.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures, and with state and federal statutes and regulations applicable to program areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
• Ensure physician orders and service definition guidelines are followed.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive and flexible total rewards package.
• Eligible employees may have access to comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and other customizable benefits and perks.
• Benefits package supports full-time and part-time team members and their families.
• Opportunities for professional growth and promotion from within.