Psych Nurse - RN

Job Description

Job Description

Primary Purpose and Function

Responsible for the direct medical care of THIRA Health patients through regular patient check-ins. Coordinate care with clinical treatment and assist in treatment plans for patients. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Requires associate's degree in nursing (ADN); bachelor's degree preferred (BSN) 
• Must possess and maintain licensure of either RN; must maintain good standing with the State Licensing Board 
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to use various software programs
• Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check (Federal and state)
• AFH Staff: ability to successfully pass the Department of Social and Health Services background check
• For positions involving driving personal vehicles or company vehicles as part of the job duties, valid driver's license, proof of personal liability insurance
• AFH or other assigned positions – successfully pass THIRA’s Driver Assessment
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends & holidays as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year prior experience as a nurse or C.N.A. required; Prior mental or behavioral health nursing experience highly preferred 

Addendum A: Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

Troubleshoot problems/situations that arise with patients within the facility; provide milieu support and general coverage for programs as needed; on-call on the floor to meet the needs of the clinic 

• Take vitals on PHP/RTF patients as required document accordingly in patient’s chart 
• Perform initial new patient medical assessment, including but not limited to, reconcile medications, obtain medical/surgical history and most recent labs, confirm all patient allergies, and document all findings in patient chart 
• Maintain patient illness tracking log and consult with patients regarding questions/concerns about presenting physical medical symptoms 

• Coordinate care with clinical treatment team and assist in treatment plans for patients as necessary 

• Maintain all medical data for patients in EMR patient charts 
• Support Nurse Manager & Infection Control Team with staff illness record maintenance as needed 
• Design and lead health and wellness lectures/groups for patients 
• Assist PHP / RTF patients with self-administered medications if needed and maintain the medication self-administration records and orders 
• Support prescribers with creation of lab and EKG orders for all patients as necessary, follow up with providers when needed 
• Preform skin assessments for self-harm behavior, treat as needed and refer to outside providers when necessary 
• Communicate with outside providers and patient family members regarding medical information as directed
• Assist with medical supply ordering and inventory; maintain medical budget 
• Coordinate disposal of biohazard waste with appropriate vendors as directed 
• All other duties as assigned 

Addendum B: General Responsibilities & Expectations 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

• Support and maintain policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and client confidentiality; monitor documents according to company and HIPAA policies. 
• Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel.
• Adhere to WA State Requirements for Mandated Reporting 
• Demonstrate awareness and respect for diverse clients and staff
• Adheres to THIRA Health’s compliance standards, Ethics and Code of Conduct Policy and Conflict of Interest Policy 
• Attend and actively participate in all required THIRA meetings, trainings, and all other coverage, duties, and special projects as assigned 
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and judgement with sensitive and confidential matters, including PII, PHI, and HIPAA requirements 
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to multi-task 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
• Maintain focus on THIRA’s core principles, priorities, and patient-centered culture 
• Effectively communicate with all levels of staff, visitors, healthcare professionals, marketers, and the public in a professional, sensitive, and interpersonal manner 

Working Environment

Work is performed primarily indoors, with both artificial and natural lighting. Equipment includes standard office equipment, i.e. computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, printer, and scanner. Physical demands include sitting, walking, standing, bending over, repetitive use of hands, and lifting up to 25lbs. Position requires close contact with all THIRA Health staff and mental health patients. Hours and days can vary within a Sunday through Saturday week.

Performance Assessment Criteria

Performance is evaluated annually via a Performance Evaluation.

• See Addendum A for full Performance Assessment Criteria.

Competency Assessment Criteria

Competency is evaluated annually via a Competency Assessment.

• See Addendum B for full Competency Assessment Criteria.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday 6pm-7am