Job Information
WestCare Foundation Registered Nurse - Per Diem in Bullhead City, Arizona
Registered Nurse - Per Diem
Job Details
Job Location
Safehouse DV Shelter - Bullhead City, AZ
Position Type
Per Diem
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$36.00 - $40.00 Hourly
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Position Summary:
Working as part of a collaborative care team, providing patient centered focused service delivery in treatment settings in the community
Essential Job Functions:
Screen populations from various age groups with behavioral health needs
Completes and records initial and subsequent nursing assessment of each patients physical and mental status according to program protocols using interview, observation skills, and physical assessment techniques and communicates findings verbally and/or via written documentation
Assigns acuity levels based on risk stratification methods specified by the organization
Provide structure, and maintains a therapeutic environment in collaboration with the patient and other members of the healthcare team
Intervene during psychiatric emergencies/patient crisis using evidence based practice strategies
Assist in developing positive relationships that support the client in meeting their personal goals
Receives and transcribes verbal and written providers orders according to established standards to ensure accurate treatment of patients
Offers coaching on medication management
Administers medications and carries out physician's orders as prescribed
Evaluates therapies and care provided to individuals served
Participates in collaborative care team meetings
Act as a collaborative team member to any program within the organization, leading and addressing comprehensive health promotion and behavioral health maintenance needs
Provide information and/or referrals to resources in the community for increased support and stabilization
Act as a liaison between the individual served and external care providers as they transition within the continuum of care
Facilitate preventative and restorative health and well-being education in individual, group and community settings
Reports to the Nursing supervisor according to the standards of care
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licenses:
Current and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Arizona
Certified Addiction Registered Nurse or the ability to obtain licensure within a year
Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card
Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check
As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you
Education:
Bachelors degree required
Experience and Competencies:
Previous experience working with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness, substance use/abuse, developmental disabilities, and/or other health conditions that impact behavioral health
At least one year of clinical experience; previous work experience in a related field may be substituted for clinical experience
Be able to utilize the organizations electronic health record
Contributes to the development standards related to care and nursing procedures through participation on committees and assigned task groups
Participates in professional development activities and continuing educational programs to ensure currency in nursing practices and trends
Adheres to the nurse practice act of Nevada and all laws and rules governing the practice of registered nurses in order to maintain high standards of care and current licensure
Participates in performance and quality improvement measures to generate practice based evidence