Crisis Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary 

This position works under the direct supervision of the Nurse Supervisor. The Crisis RN is responsible for delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, and person-centered nursing care within the stabilization unit. Operating in a fast-paced crisis setting, the RN plays a critical role in supporting client stabilization, safety, and recovery.

This position offers a night shift full-time opportunities. Full-time roles consist of three (3) 12.5-hour shifts per week , with openings available on night shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) . 

Essential Functions 

• Provide direct nursing care and clinical support within the stabilization unit.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to determine client needs and acuity.
• Administer medications and monitor for therapeutic and adverse effects.
• Participate in shift report meetings and communicate relevant updates to the care team.
• Collaborate with milieu specialists, behavioral health technicians, and other staff to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Support de-escalation efforts and crisis intervention strategies to promote client safety.
• Monitor the physical and emotional well-being of clients and respond to emergent needs.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, licensing requirements, and best practices.
• Participate in orientation and on-the-job training for new nursing staff as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, trauma-informed, and person-centered environment.
• Engage in quality improvement activities, including incident reporting and follow-up.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and external providers to support care continuity.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all aspects of care delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Qualifications 

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) required; master's degree preferred 

Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates): 

• BLS 
• Recipient Right’s
• Unrestricted Nursing license

Experience Requirements: 

• Minimum of five years of nursing experience working in a human service, crisis or medical environment.

Preferred Experience: 

• Experience in working with electronic health records
• Experience in customer service
• Experience in crisis de-escalation
• Experience working with adults with severe mental illness, substance use disorder or intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Experience working with children with serious emotional disturbance

Job Specific Competencies/Skills:  

• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Data Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Strong written and oral communication
• De-escalation and conflict resolution
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Clinical knowledge of mental health and suicide prevention
• Strong time management

Knowledge Requirements: 

• HIPPA
• Microsoft 365
• Recipient Right’s
• Mental Health Code
• Medicaid Manual
• Regulatory compliance

Oakland Community Health Network’s Core Competencies: 

• Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization; demonstrating loyalty to the organization and its mission and values; maintaining social, ethical, and organizational norms; firmly adhering to codes of conduct and ethical principles. (Integrity/Building Trust)