Lead RN Registered Nurse

Mental Health Systems, Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TURN is seeking a Lead RN Registered Nurse in Oceanside, CA to oversee nursing operations and deliver direct client care, including health monitoring and medication administration. The role requires physician collaboration and on-call coverage to ensure continuous treatment services.

The successful candidate will supervise nursing staff, ensure documentation accuracy, and participate in treatment planning with the psychiatry team. California RN license and valid driving credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed RN in California.
• Valid CA driver's license and auto insurance per contract.
• Experience in mental health and/or substance abuse services preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
• Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
• In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the organization and management of medication coaching and delivery to clients, as well as integrating medication administration into treatment plans. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol.
• Oversee nursing policies, procedures, audits and liaison with program psychiatrist.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Provide nursing staff supervision, oversight, and participate in leadership team.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Mental health experience

Nursing leadership

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse in California

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

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Lead RN Registered Nurse

Regular Full time over 30 hrs Professional A21 North Coastal ACT, Oceanside, CA, US

Salary Range: $50.00 To $52.00 Hourly

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide operational oversight of nursing and provide direct client care including physical health monitoring. In the absence of a nurse, administer medications, assess symptoms, and evaluate patient progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
• Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
• In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the organization and management of medication coaching and delivery to clients, as well as integrating medication administration into treatment plans. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol.
• Oversee nursing policies, procedures, audits and liaison with program psychiatrist.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Provide nursing staff supervision, oversight, and participate in leadership team.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Registered Nurse in California required.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance abuse services preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Working in cramped spaces
• Moving around facility
• Driving – in the course of job duties
• Using hands/fingers
• Pushing/pulling/dragging items
• Standing for long periods
• Sitting for long periods
• Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).