Registered Nurse

Tri-County Human Services, Inc.; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-County Human Services, Inc. in Florida is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide bedside care under supervision of the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, or Attending Physician.

The role includes nursing assessments, medication administration, and coordination of referrals. You will document in client medical records, assist with lab tests and exams, supervise LPNs and technicians, and participate in shift changes to ensure continuity of care for individuals with mental health and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Florida RN license.
• Preferred experience in mental health or substance use settings.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and perform nursing assessments for clients.
• Refer clients to Attending Physician, Psychiatrist, or counseling staff.
• Record physician orders and assist with labs and exams.
• Administer prescribed medications per policy.
• Oversee shift change reports and ensure accurate handoff.
• Document in client medical records per policy and standards.
• Provide clinical services and supervise LPNs and Technicians (Detox).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Nursing Supervisor or Program Manager.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Medical histories

Medication administration

Clinical supervision

Education

Registered Nurse license (FL)

Job description

Position Description

Individuals in this position perform a variety of medical duties under supervision of the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, or Attending Physician. Non-medical duties may also be performed. The evaluating supervisor may be the Director of Nursing or Program Supervisor.

Position Expectation

In keeping with the mission and core values of Tri-County Human Services, all persons served, stakeholders, and fellow employees will be treated with dignity, respect, and shown sensitivity to their cultural diversity. Referenced by policy numbers 100.000, 100.000A, and 100.004.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Takes medical histories from and conducts nursing assessments with program clients.
• Makes appropriate referrals to the Attending Physician, Psychiatrist, or counseling staff.
• Notes physician orders, assists with lab tests and physical exams.
• Orders and administers prescribed medications per unit policy.
• Participates in nursing shift change report assuring that necessary information is provided to the on-coming nurse.
• Makes entries in client medical records in accordance with unit policy, licensing rules, and accreditation standards.
• Oversees the daily activities of clients and participates in the provision of clinical services to clients when appropriate.
• Acts as shift supervisor providing leadership and direction for L.P.N.’s and Human Service Technicians (Detox only).
• Performs other reasonable and related duties as assigned by Nursing Supervisor and/or Program Manager.

Minimum Training and Experience

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and current licensure by the Florida Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse. Experience in a mental health, substance abuse, and/or co-occurring treatment setting is preferred.