RN (Lead Registered Nurse)

Mental Health Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

TURN is seeking a Lead Registered Nurse (RN) at the Regular Full time over 30 hours level to oversee nursing operations and provide direct client care at Center Star ACT in San Diego, CA. Central responsibilities include medication administration, symptom assessment, and progress evaluation.

The role requires CA RN licensure, a valid CA driver's license, and experience in mental health/substance abuse services.

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 operational oversight of nursing and direct client care.
• In the absence of a nurse, administer medications, assess symptoms, and evaluate patient progress.
• Dispense and account for prescribed medication; assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Mental health experience

Nursing leadership

Documentation

Education

Licensed RN in CA

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

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RN (Lead Registered Nurse)

Regular Full time over 30 hrs Professional Center Star ACT, San Diego, CA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 4861

Salary Range: $50.00 To $55.00 Hourly

At TURN our mission is ImprovingLives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Cultureand Growthare at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

About Center Star Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Center Star Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a community-based program serving adults with serious mental illness who need intensive support to live successfully in the community. Our multidisciplinary team provides mental health treatment, medication support, substance use services, peer support, employment assistance, and housing support to help clients achieve greater stability, independence, and recovery.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide operational oversight of nursing and provide direct client care including physical health monitoring. In the absence of a nurse, administer medications, assess symptoms, and evaluate patient progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

• Working in cramped spaces
• Moving around facility
• Driving – in the course of job duties
• Using hands/fingers
• Pushing/pulling/dragging items
• Standing for long periods
• Sitting for long periods
• Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).