Addictions Crisis Center RN

FLACRA; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Agency seeks a Crisis Center RN to support LPNs with medical compliance, supervision, and program oversight for clients. Responsibilities include reviewing care plans, directing LPNs, and responding to crises to safeguard health and safety.

Requirements include an active NYS RN and a valid NYS driver's license; behavioral health background is preferred. This role involves participation in staff meetings and agency training as directed.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Registered Nurse license (RN).
• Valid New York State Driver's License.
• Behavioral health background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all clients' medical files comply with agency and regulatory policies by reviewing recovery care plans and documentation.
• Provide direction, supervision and assistance to LPNs and program staff on medical concerns; include on-call support as needed.
• Respond to crisis and emergency situations to ensure health and safety of clients.
• Attend general staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the agency.

Skills

NYS RN

Driver's license

Behavioral health

Job description

Job Summary: In accordance with the organization’s mission, vision and values, the Crisis Center RN is responsible for supporting the LPN’s with the general medical administrative & programmatic oversight of all clients as it relates to medical compliance. The following duties will apply:DutiesAssures that all clients’ medical files are in compliance with Agency and regulatory polices, practices and procedures, by reviewing all recovery care plans and ensures that documentation is complete.Provide direction, supervision and assistance to LPN’s and program staff where there are medical concerns; including on call support where necessary.Responds appropriately to crisis and emergency situations in order to ensure/secure the health and safety of the clients. Adheres to regulatory guidelines and follows-up by appropriate communication and documentation.Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the Agency.Leads and participates in Tuberculin testing clinic for the Agency on an annual basis, coordinated by the HR Coordinator.Conducts other related Agency training as directed and within area of expertise.Perform other duties and functions as directed.Minimum Qualifications: Current NYS RN. Valid NYS Drivers’ License. Behavioral health background preferred.Other Skills/Knowledge and ExperienceExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with culturally diverse persons, staff and community service providers.Working knowledge of behavioral health.Ability to multi-task, have good problem solving & time management skills.Recognition and understanding of the scope of practice according to the Nurse Practice Act.E-Record.