Registered Nurse - Per Diem- REST

Continuum of Care; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA and Dependent Care Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Continuum of Care in New Haven, CT is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse to provide assessments, clinical care, and staff education across its residential programs. The role emphasizes psychiatric nursing with collaboration among the behavioral health team and MD/APRN oversight.

The ideal candidate maintains CT RN licensure, current CPR/First Aid, and a solid knowledge of psychotropic medications. You will train staff, document nursing notes, and participate in safety and quality processes.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with CT license is required.
• Experience with mental health, developmental disabilities, homelessness, or veterans preferred.
• Must have valid CT driver's license and clean driving record.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides psychiatric nursing care in coordination with the behavioral health team.
• Teaches staff about client comorbidities and education procedures.
• Documents nursing observations and medication administrations.
• Conducts intake assessments and maintains nursing notes.
• Ensures medication reconciliation and related records are accurate.

Skills

Driving license

Computer skills

Communication

Psychiatric rehab knowledge

Staff education

Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse with CT license

First Aid and CPR certification

Tools

Medication administration guidance

Job description

Per Diem hours **Registered Nurse- Rate of Pay: $48.22 per hour Weekend Differential Pay $49.22 per hour

Scope of Service: The Nurse's primary function is to provide assessments, consultation, education and coordination of medical care to all clients of Continuum's residential programs. The Nurse's role is also to employ strategies to promote education and in service training to staff on any and all medical issues pertaining to client needs. We also ask that the Nurse be available strictly for consultation and in-service training to other programs as needed within the Residential Services Divisions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans and provides psychiatric nursing care. Incorporates nursing goals and interventions with behavioral health team treatment plan.
• Exercises appropriate nursing principles, procedures, and techniques used in the care and treatment of the persons served.
• Follows psychiatrist recommendations for treatment interventions.
• Teaches program staff regarding client comorbidities and provides resources and education, as necessary.
• Observes client selfadministration of medication while training new staff members on medication observation and education procedures.
• Has strong knowledge of psychotropic and medical medications and effects on persons served.
• Documents reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications as directed by MD/APRNs.
• Conducts intake assessments with clients and ongoing nursing notes consistent with agency procedures.
• Knowledgeable of and carries out agency medication practices.
• Conducts medication reconciliation with MD/APRN; oversees the accuracy of the Medication Observation Record; transcribes medication records in conjunction with staff; and conducts investigations for inaccuracies.

• Involves natural and holistic supports in the treatment process, as appropriate.
• Provides education for clients and staff regarding medical and psychiatric care.
• Provides education regarding preventative care and healthcare alternatives.
• Consults as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinates with pharmacies and insurance companies for proper reimbursement.
• Coordinates with case manager to liaise community referrals, as needed.
• Provides crisis intervention and support as clinically indicated.
• Completes other designated environmental tasks as assigned.

Environmental Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and clients.
• Maintains a clean, wellorganized work environment.
• Ensures that all egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety.
• Notifies supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues and generates work orders as needed.
• Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviews the emergency preparedness plan as outlined in agency policy.
• Completes other designated environmental tasks as assigned.

Quality Assurance

• Adheres to policies and practices as outlined in staff handbook and program operations manual.
• Works in a respectful, constructive, and cooperative manner with fellow staff and providers.
• Upholds all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and secures all necessary releases of information for outside communication.

• Models culturally competent behavior interacting with clients, professionals/providers, and fellow staff.
• Maintains accurate records and case files as assigned and in accordance with programming, contractual, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
• Adheres to the standards of the Council on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

• Participates in agency committee work when available or as permitted.
• Completes all trainings as required per program contract and agency policy.
• Attends agency sponsored inservices, outside trainings, conferences and meetings to facilitate continued professional growth and ensure the quality of case management practices.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with professional CT license.
• Prior experience working with special populations, including mental health, Developmental/intellectual Disabilities, Homelessness, Substance Use, And Veterans Preferred.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain certification within 3 months of hiring.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
• Knowledge of the community support system and resources is preferred.
• A healthy role model with the ability to communicate healthy lifestyle practices and behavior modifications to clients is required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of psychiatric rehabilitation is preferred.

Company Benefits Include

• Competitive Wages
• 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD
• Colonial Supplemental Insurance
• Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible FT 40 & PT (2039 hour)

Employees

• Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hours a year
• 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)