Registered Nurse (RN) - PRN - Psych

Registered Nurse

$35 - $40 / hr DOE/DOQ

Seeking PRN staff and PT (preference for weekend grave shift)

Benefits

• 403b retirement plan with employer match (50% match up to 3%).
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees
• Employee Referral Program including cash bonuses and paid time off

About

Volunteers of America, Utah is an affiliate of a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization that has served communities across the United States for more than 125 years. Volunteers of America, Utah's mission is to provide community-supported paths for those who are vulnerable to improve their lives and increase their self-reliance. Our programs serve people experiencing challenges related to mental health, substance use, and homelessness. We encourage all who are passionate about making a difference, including individuals with lived experience, to apply.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse works in conjunction with the team APRN to organize and manage the system of administering medication; deliver medication administration and medical services; and provide a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services.

Essential Duties

• Administer medications and medical services, arrange for required lab work, and complete necessary documentation for management of the medication system.
• Collaborate with the team Psychiatrist or APRN to manage the medication system.
• Screen and monitor clients for medical problems/side effects while also educating both clients and other team members on side effects.
• Screen new admits for high-risk factors, complete initial assessments, and assist with other intake processes relevant to the scope of the position.
• Communicate and coordinate services with other medical professionals (e.g., pharmacy employees, medication representatives, and other treatment providers).
• Collaborate with clients to develop strategies to maximize the taking of medications as prescribed (e.g., behavioral tailoring, development of individual cues and reminders).
• Complete documentation in a timely manner.
• Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings.
• Complete documentation and meet minimum service time based on the mental health program requirements.
• Provide training and education to staff, clients, and others in health and medication related topics as needed.
• Ensure clients are current on immunizations, TB Tests, and labs as needed.
• Attend work on a regular and predictable basis.

Non-Essential Duties

• Maintain good professional relationships with appropriate community figures, referral sources, and other professionals.
• Maintain and enhance professional skills and knowledge through attending conferences/ workshops/courses and reading professional materials that are relevant to job requirements and approved by the Program Manager. Maintain all continuing education requirements in order to maintain professional level and status.
• Demonstrate familiarity with and adherence to Utah laws regarding confidentiality and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Conduct professional life in accordance with the standards of his/her discipline and the clinical policies and procedures of the agency.
• Maintain familiarity with issues and trends in the behavioral health field including comorbid mental health issues, advances in psychopharmacology, theory, and evidence-based practices.
• Performs other functions as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of Utah.
• Experience working in in inpatient psychiatric settings preferred.
• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with a serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder preferred.
• Demonstrates an ability to use sound judgment within the scope of the position's responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and adapt to change.
• Organized, detail-oriented, self-starter.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail.
• Demonstrated skills in crisis intervention.
• Computer literate with familiarity of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to uphold professional boundaries, confidentiality regulations, agency policies and procedures, and interact in a professional manner with a diverse workforce, clients, and the public.
• Willingness to accept supervision and direction.
• Become CPR and First Aid Certified.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a current driver's license, have a good driving record, and be insurable on the agency's liability policy.
• Must be able to pass Utah-DHS Office of Licensing background screening and pre-employment drug screen.

Physical Demands

• Ability to move around the facility, interacting with clients for 12-hour shifts.
• Work is performed in a residential treatment center environment. May entail using a computer for extended periods of time.