Registered Nurse I (4346)

Registered Nurse I

Glynn BHCC - Brunswick, GA 31520

Salary Range $45.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Morning Education Level 4 Year Degree

Overview

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing services to individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services. Performs nursing assessments, medication administration, health screenings, treatment implementation, consumer education, and care coordination activities. Ensures delivery of safe, effective, person-centered care consistent with physician orders, accepted nursing standards of practice, and organizational policies. May function as a lead worker and provide guidance or supervision to assigned staff.

Description

Essential Functions:

• Analyzes screening and assessment data to determine appropriate treatment services and referrals.
• Performs comprehensive nursing assessments and evaluations.
• Obtains and documents health, behavioral health, and substance use histories utilizing appropriate interviewing techniques.
• Performs physical assessments and visual examinations as appropriate.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation.
• Administers medications, immunizations, and treatments safely and accurately in accordance with agency policies and nursing standards.
• Provides nursing care and preventive health interventions consistent with physician orders and established nursing practice guidelines.
• Assists in determining appropriate levels of care based on physician, nursing, and clinical assessments.
• Performs venipuncture and laboratory procedures as authorized.
• Monitors, documents, and reports changes in consumer condition, symptoms, and responses to treatment.
• Treats consumers with dignity, respect, professionalism, and compassion.
• Provides consumer and family education regarding diagnoses, disease processes, medications, wellness, and treatment recommendations.
• Accurately transcribes, implements, and documents physician orders.
• Maintains required logs, tracking systems, clinical records, and reports.
• Coordinates referrals to community resources and services when appropriate.
• Maintains consumer safety and security within assigned program areas.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, clinical staff, consumers, families, and community providers.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment team activities and care coordination efforts.
• Maintains compliance with all applicable nursing standards, regulations, and organizational requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to identify and report adverse medication reactions and side effects.
• Ability to assess consumer health status, limitations, and treatment needs.
• Ability to safely operate lifting and patient-assist equipment.
• Ability to recognize changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions.
• Ability to perform CPR and respond appropriately during emergencies.
• Ability to obtain and interpret vital signs.
• Ability to collect specimens and perform authorized laboratory procedures.
• Ability to educate consumers and families regarding healthcare procedures and treatment plans.
• Ability to provide nursing care, personal care, hygiene support, and health education.
• Ability to assist physicians and interdisciplinary team members in treatment activities.
• Ability to accurately document nursing services and consumer progress.
• Ability to implement established treatment protocols and program activities.
• Ability to inspect and monitor equipment for proper operation and safety.
• Ability to contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to manage responsibilities with professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of emergency response and code procedures.
• Knowledge of body mechanics, patient movement, and safe lifting practices.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for moving and assisting consumers.
• Knowledge of nursing care plans, diagnosis, treatment planning, and nursing interventions.
• Knowledge of mental health, substance use disorders, physical health conditions, and treatment approaches.
• Knowledge of facility safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of nursing practice standards, first aid, and infection control principles.
• Knowledge of consumer confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.

Primary Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Nursing assessments and health screenings.
• Medication administration and monitoring.
• Treatment implementation and nursing interventions.
• Health education and consumer instruction.
• Care coordination and referral management.
• Clinical documentation and record maintenance.
• Laboratory procedures and specimen collection.
• Consumer monitoring and condition reporting.
• Participation in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Support of quality, compliance, and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Competencies:

• Cultural Awareness
• Customer Service
• Ethical Conduct
• Cooperation and Collaboration
• Accountability
• Quality/Quantity of Work
• Professionalism

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; OR
• Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current unrestricted Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
• Related nursing experience preferred.
• Valid Georgia driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete required criminal background screening and pre-employment drug testing.

Upon appointment to the position, the employee assumes responsibility for meeting and maintaining all minimum qualification requirements, including applicable certifications, licenses, continuing education, competency validations, and mandatory annual or recurrent training. Failure to maintain such requirements may affect eligibility to perform assigned duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Clearly establishes and communicates goals and accountabilities.
• Monitors and evaluates performance.
• Provides effective feedback and coaching.
• Identifies development needs and supports employee growth and advancement.
• Develops innovative approaches to address challenges and improve processes.
• Communicates regularly regarding progress toward goals and expected outcomes.
• Initiates corrective action when performance expectations are not achieved.
• Confers regularly with staff regarding workplace climate, operational concerns, and improvement strategies.
• Conducts employee evaluations and provides recognition and constructive feedback.
• Promotes employee engagement, professional growth, and development opportunities.

Work Environment:

This position operates in behavioral health, substance use disorder, outpatient, residential, crisis stabilization, and office-based healthcare settings. The role routinely utilizes computers, telephones, electronic health records, medical equipment, and standard office equipment. Some travel between Gateway sites may be required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequently walks, sits, stands, and kneels.
• Occasionally climbs, balances, bends, and stoops.
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to function effectively in stressful and crisis situations.
• May be exposed to blood and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to respond promptly to medical and behavioral emergencies.
• Must have the ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Must be able to travel between Gateway sites.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Gateway BHS promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through mandatory pre-employment drug testing.

Terms & Conditions:

• Reports to work when scheduled and begins and ends work as expected.
• Reports anticipated tardiness or absence to the supervisor.
• Observes policies regarding meal and break periods.
• Uses work time appropriately and efficiently.
• Requests and utilizes leave appropriately.
• Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with site dress code requirements.
• Observes health, safety, and sanitation policies.
• Performs work according to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Ensures licensure and certification are current and active without suspension or revocation throughout employment