Nurse Coordinator - RN

Kids for the Future; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 19 days

PSLF program

Medical plans

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability

FSA

EAP

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Nurse Coordinator II in San Diego, an on-site, salaried exempt role with a 9:00 am–5:00 pm schedule. The position oversees nursing staff across multiple adult outpatient programs, participates in hiring and training, and ensures consistent nursing practices and documentation across sites.

The role requires a California RN license, BLS certification, and at least two years in behavioral healthcare, with a preferred one year of management experience.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license required and must be kept current.
• BLS certification required and must be kept current during employment.
• Two years of nursing experience in behavioral healthcare.
• One year of management experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, direction, and consultation to nursing staff at designated program/service line.
• Participate in hiring, orienting, and training of Program Nurses; assist with annual performance appraisals.
• Coordinate nursing coverage with Program Directors and provide coverage as needed.
• Guide Program Nurses in assisting clients to access community medical and psychiatric resources.
• Maintain knowledge of nursing scope and responsibilities per guidelines.
• Ensure consistency of nursing practices across programs related to client care, medication management, and documentation.
• Supervise inventory, storage, handling and ordering of medications and medical supplies.
• Oversee nursing activities and ensure training materials and manuals are developed for each program.

Skills

Nursing

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

Education

RN license (CA)

Tools

EHR systems

BLS certification

Job description

• Base Pay $110,000.00 - $111,100.00 / Year
• Job Category Nurses
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

Hours

This is a salaried, exempt position. Work schedule is 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

This position is shared with our adult outpatient programs (Areta Crowell Wellness Recovery Center, Douglas Young Wellness Recovery Center , Heartland Wellness Recovery Center, Jane Westin Center, Maria Sardinas Wellness Recovery Center, and South Bay Guidance Center). Th is an on-site position and requires in‑person attendance to perform the essential functions of the job.

As a Nurse Coordinator II, you will:

• In coordination with the Program Director and/or Service Line Leadership, provide oversight, direction, and consultation to nursing staff at their designated program and/or service line.
• Participate in the hiring, orienting, and training process of Program Nurses, and assist Program Directors with annual performance appraisals upon request.
• Coordinate nursing coverage with Program Directors and provide coverage as needed.
• Provide guidance to Program Nurses in assisting clients to access community medical and psychiatric resources to achieve optimal level of health and functioning in the community.
• Maintain current knowledge of program nursing scope and responsibilities consistent with Federal/State/County guidelines.
• Ensure consistency of nursing practices across programs related to client care, medication management, training, documentation/billing forms, and interpretation and implementation of CRF Nursing Policies and Procedures.
• Supervise the inventory, storage, handling and ordering of medications and medical supplies.
• 19 days of PTO per year
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance and Long‑Term Disability
• Tax‑Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

Bring your nursing skills and dedication to helping others to make a differencein the lives of the people we serve!

CRF Behavioral Health Nurses are client‑centered, compassionate, dedicated team members who make a difference in the lives of the people they serve. They embrace the opportunity to work side‑by‑side with their clients, helping to make lasting changes that will improve quality of life, health, and wellness. Our CRF nurses are committed to providing excellence in psychiatric nursing care.

Our Adult Outpatient Programs (Areta Crowell Wellness Recovery Center,Douglas Young Wellness Recovery Center, Heartland Wellness Recovery Center, Jane Westin Center,Maria Sardinas Wellness Recovery Center, and South Bay Guidance Center) provide behavioral health services including psychiatric and clinical assessment, treatment planning, ongoing medication services, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, mobile outreach, vocational support, and peer support. We deliver fully integrated services to adult clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co‑occurring, mental health, and substance use disorders.

All of our outpatient programs also provide full‑time walk‑in services. Our programs utilize evidence‑based practices to assist our clients in reaching their goals and to live the highest quality of life while managing their mental illness.

Licensure:

Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment

Certification:

BLS certification required and must be kept current during employment

Credentialing

If you are applying to this position as a Licensed, Registered, Waivered, or Certified professional and are offered the position, you will be required to complete the credentialing process. Additional information will be provided at the post‑offer stage.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Two years of nursing experience working in behavioral healthcare
• One year of previous management experience strongly preferred
• Understanding of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and documentation required
• Ability to physically and mentally able to assist in emergency situations is required
• Some CRF programs may be housed in a two‑story building that may not have an elevator; ability to navigate stairs is required.
• A valid California drivers license in good standing, personal vehicle, and proof of insurance is required
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Summary

Responsible for the oversight and coordination of nursing activities at the assigned program/service line, including but not limited to: ensuring consistent practice related to nursing procedures, training, documentation, billing, and forms; creation of nursing training tools and manuals specific to the program/service line; auditing of medical records as needed; and serving as a liaison between nursing and clinical, administrative and management staff.

Provides guidance to program nurses in assisting clients to access community medical and psychiatric resources to achieve optimal level of health and functioning in the community.

Additional Information

• Program Name 1 All Adult Outpatient Programs