Crisis Services Psychiatric Nurse - PRN

DuPage County Health Department; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A public health organization in Chicago is seeking a Crisis Services RN to provide integral care within their Crisis Services team. The role requires conducting nursing assessments, responding to medical emergencies, and supporting clients with their mental health needs. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and have a current RN license in Illinois. This on-call position offers flexible shifts, with a competitive rate of $39/hour, plus a shift differential for overnight work.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license from the State of Illinois.
• Previous psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of local health resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments for admissions.
• Perform nursing tasks including medication administration.
• Facilitate groups related to medications & medical issues.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Medical emergency response

Medication administration

Client support

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Medical documentation software

Job description

Join Our Expanding Crisis Services!

We're thrilled to announce an extraordinary opportunity to join our Crisis Services team at the DuPage County Health Department! As a valued member of our team, you'll be empowered to make a profound impact on your community. Our agency is dedicated to delivering exceptional services and support to our community, proudly holding: Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval (1996), Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation (2014).

By joining our Crisis Services team, you'll become an integral part of a renowned organization that prioritizes community wellbeing and exceptional care. Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey, making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most?

About Crisis Services

Located in the state-of-the-art building on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton, Crisis Services provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents experiencing mental health or substance use crises. Our team delivers top‑notch care with rapid response times. Click Crisis Services to learn more about our program.

The Crisis Recovery Center

The Crisis Recovery Center (CRC) is the critical next step in DuPage County Health Department’s decades‑long journey to build the infrastructure needed to support a best‑in‑class behavioral health system and ensures all DuPage County residents will have “someone to contact, someone to respond, and a safe place to get help” when experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. The CRC will help residents de‑escalate, stabilize, and connect to community resources catered to their individual mental health and substance use treatment needs. The building design and operations will ensure individuals and their families feel welcome, respected, and secure throughout every step of their care. The CRC serves as an alternative to hospital emergency departments and simplifies access to crisis care for all individuals, families, and first responders. Please go to the Crisis Recovery Center page on the DCHD Website for additional information.

Job Details

This on‑call position requires working at least three shifts per month, as needed, with the opportunity to pre‑plan or pick up last‑minute shifts. The preferred candidate will have weekend or overnight availability (7 am‑7 pm). 8–12‑hour shift coverage is also preferred.

The flat rate for this position is $39 an hour. Eligible overnight shifts qualify for an additional $2.50 hourly shift differential.

As a Crisis Services RN, you will:

• Conduct nursing assessments for admissions to Withdrawal Management and Crisis Residential Programs and for direct transfers to Inpatient Psychiatric Units
• Conduct additional nursing assessments for clients in Mental Health Units as needed and respond to medical emergencies
• Perform nursing tasks such as getting prescriber orders, completing MARs, administering medications, completing withdrawal management assessments and some case management activities within the ASAM Level 3.7 Medically Managed Withdrawal Management Residential at the CRC
• Perform point‑of‑care testing and some phlebotomy as needed
• Complete nurse‑to‑nurse consultations as needed
• Review relevant medical documentation (lab results, hospital discharge paperwork)
• Assist in decision making related to client admissions
• Provide nursing support to prescribers
• Facilitate groups related to medications & medical issues
• Assist clients in medication self‑administration within Crisis Residential as needed
• Ensure accurate medication lists, medication administration, & medication observation records
• Assist clinical staff with integrated assessment & treatment plan process
• Participate in team meetings, shift change meetings, etc. to ensure continuity of care for clients across shifts
• Consult with staff, clients & their families regarding medical & medication issues
• Complete work in a manner to support site compliance with medication administration, storage & disposal
• Refer clients to appropriate resources as needed
• Participate in emergency response activities as assigned

Training, Education and Work Experience

Completion of either an Associate’s degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and two years of nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of training, and experience.

Additional Requirements

Current Registered Nurse license from the State of Illinois, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and previous crisis psychiatric nursing and substance use/withdrawal management nursing experience preferred. Good knowledge of practices and principles of nursing within psychiatric and substance use populations; good knowledge of relevant social and economic factors influencing client behavior; good knowledge of local health resources; good knowledge of medical records preparation and maintenance techniques. Working skill in instructing others in treatments and practices; working skill in maintaining medical documentation; working skill in delegating and assigning work to others; working skill in analyzing client needs; working skill in verbal and written communication; working skill in developing and maintaining positive and professional relationships with internal and external customers; working skill in operating a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
DuPage County Health Department is an equal‑opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.