RN Lead: Clinical Oversight & MAT Services

Mental Health Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

TURN in San Diego is seeking a RN Lead to provide operational oversight of nursing and direct client care, including health monitoring and medication administration. You will coordinate care with the treatment team and ensure compliance with program policies.

The role is full-time in Central, San Diego, requiring CA RN license and a valid driver’s license; experience in mental health or substance use services is preferred. On-site work with potential on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in California required.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance abuse services preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
• Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
• In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the organization and management of medication coaching and delivery to clients, as well as integrating medication administration into treatment plans. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol.
• Oversee nursing policies, procedures, audits and liaison with program psychiatrist.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.
• Assist Program Manager with day-to-day operations and supervise nursing staff.
• Act as a member of the leadership team and maintains program integrity.
• Transport clients in program or personal vehicle, as required.
• Provide services to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) clients enrolled in the SUD Program.

Job description

TURN in San Diego is seeking a RN Lead to provide operational oversight of nursing and direct client care, including health monitoring and medication administration. You will coordinate care with the treatment team and ensure compliance with program policies.

The role is full-time in Central, San Diego, requiring CA RN license and a valid driver’s license; experience in mental health or substance use services is preferred. On-site work with potential on-call responsibilities.