Registered Nurse (RN) - Phoenix, AZ (FT, PT, PRN)

Connections Health Solutions; Phoenix, La Crosse (AZ, WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide critical support in crisis intervention. This role involves conducting thorough assessments, administering medications, and educating patients and their families about mental health treatments. The organization is committed to fostering a compassionate environment where employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in crisis. Join a passionate team that values innovation and collaboration, and be part of a mission to improve access to essential mental health services.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401k Company Match

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Nursing program.
• Unrestricted active license as Registered Professional Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed Nursing Assessments and documents pertinent information.
• Provides education on Psychiatric diagnosis and treatment options.
• Intervenes to diffuse potentially dangerous behaviors.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Behavioral Health Assessment

Medication Administration

Patient Restraint Techniques

Health Literacy Education

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

***$10,000 Commitment bonus for full-time***

$6/hr shift differential (Weekend Nights only)

$2/hr shift differential (Monday-Thursday Nights)

$2/hr shift differential (Saturday-Sunday Days)

We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people.Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

We are hiring aRegistered Nurse (RN)whoassesses consumers and documents pertinent information including Triage, Behavioral Health, Physical Health, and/or Substance Abuse issues. Demonstrates knowledge of Crisis Intervention and the ability to de-escalate potentially aggressive situations and will provide education to consumers and their families regarding Behavioral Health diagnosis, medications, and treatments.

• Completes detailed Nursing Assessments with individuals and documents pertinent information including Triage, Medical/Behavioral Health assessments, and medication administration utilizing appropriate assessment tools. Accurately record all medication brought in by individual on medication reconciliation/storage form.
• Plans individual treatment as part of the Multidisciplinary Clinical team.
• Provides education concerning Psychiatric diagnosis, treatment options, psychopharmacology, and overall health literacy to individuals, families, and all others involved in the individual’s care.
• Intervenes with appropriate verbal interventions to diffuse out of control or potentially dangerous behaviors. Demonstrates ability to effectively use therapeutic option theory and technique and can describe and demonstrate their roles and responsibilities.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Seclusion/Restraint standards, guidelines, techniques and initiates documentation and debriefing with individuals for any seclusion/restraint incidents as required.
• Accurately transcribes Provider orders and administers medications as prescribed. Attempts to have individual sign medication consent form. Performs chart checks and signs off as a second noted on medications prescribed. Draw labs and provide wound care as ordered by Providers when required.
• Completes nurse to nurse at discharge or when accepting individual from another facility.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• Graduated from an accredited Nursing program
• Unrestricted active license as Registered Professional Nurse through State Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• Working on ASAM 3.7, the RN shall have competencies and experience in conducting an alcohol or other drug focused nursing assessment
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

It would be great if you had:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• At least 1 year of psychiatric, behavioral health or relevant experience
• Previous emergency room or crisis psychiatric care experience
• Experience working with individuals with addiction and addiction management

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.