Registered Nurse (RN)

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance programs

11 paid holidays

15 days of vacation and sick leave

Retirement Savings Plan with match

Student Loan repayment options

Training opportunities for CEUs

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is looking for compassionate nurses to work at the Children's Recovery Center. This role involves conducting assessments, implementing treatment plans, and supervising staff to ensure resident safety. The position offers a competitive salary and a wide array of benefits, including health insurance and a retirement savings plan.

Qualified candidates should hold a valid RN license and meet the minimum age requirement. Join a dedicated team making a difference in the lives of teenagers overcoming mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Valid permanent Oklahoma RN license recognized by eNLC.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical assessments for residents.
• Implement residents' treatment plans and evaluate response.
• Supervise Mental Health Techs and LPNs.

Skills

Compassion

Physical assessment

Medication administration

Health care education

Education

Associate in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

About the Position

Children's Recovery Center is looking for compassionate nurses to help teenagers recover from mental health and substance addiction difficulties. Our registered nurses, under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, conduct physical assessments, implement residents' treatment plans, evaluate response to treatment, provide complete documentation, perform physical restraint assessments, administer medications as prescribed, and provide health care education to residents and families. The registered nurse supervises the daily duties of the Mental Health Techs and LPNs, ensuring that all residents are kept safe. Duties are performed in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, as well as the facility's and ODMHSAS's mission, values, policies, and professional standards.

Job Type / Salary

• Full‑time (12‑hour shifts)
• Night Shift (7:00 pm – 7:00 am)
• Registered Nurse I Salary: $70,000 ($33.65/hr)
• Registered Nurse II Salary: $72,500 ($34.86/hr)
• Registered Nurse III Salary: $76,500 ($36.78/hr)
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Contracts are available $50 – $55/hr

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

• Registered Nurse I: Associate in nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or registered nurse license recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Registered Nurse II: Bachelor’s in Nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or registered nurse license recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) OR Associate in Nursing and one year of professional nursing experience OR Associate in Nursing and two years of LPN experience in psychiatric nursing.
• Registered Nurse III: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and possession of a valid, permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or an Associate Degree in Nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an Associate Degree in Nursing and three years of LPN experience in psychiatric nursing.
• Unrestricted Oklahoma RN licensure.
• Must be 21 years of age or older, due to DHS requirements.

Benefits

• Generous state‑paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous company match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• Student Loan repayment options
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

Additional Information

Drug and Alcohol Pre‑employment and Pre‑placement Testing: Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

This agency requires coverage 24 hours, 7 days per week. Work hours and location may vary depending on business necessity. Employees may be required to work weekends and overtime.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. An Equal Opportunity Employer.