Provide behavioral and physical health nursing services to youth in a residential treatment facility. Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting clinical observations, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to implement tailored care plans.
Requirements summary
Must be a Registered Nurse with a valid Washington State or compact license and current CPR certification. A food handler's permit and the ability to be certified in Handle with Care strategies are also required.
professional certificateMedication AdministrationInfection ControlNursing CareBehavioral HealthPatient DocumentationEmergency Medical CareFirst AidCare Plan ImplementationPhysical AssessmentDe-escalation StrategiesMental Status ExamsCulturally Competent Practice
Job description
Job DetailsLevel
ExperiencedJob
Location:
PYR -
Tacoma,
WA 98405Position
Type:
Part
TimeEducation
Level:
RNSalary
Range: $43.07 - $58.76
HourlyTravel
Percentage:
Travel within the communityJob
Shift:
AnyJob
Category: Health CareYouth Residential Treatment Facility $2.5k Sign on Bonus when committing to at least 24 hours a week $43.07 - $58.76
Part
Time
Schedule: Sunday 8a-8p, Monday 1p-11p, Tuesday 1p-11p Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified Registered Nurse to join our adolescent treatment facility in Tacoma, WA. Pearl Youth Residence is one of 4 Children's Long-term Inpatient Programs (CLIP) in the state, and we serve youth ages 12-18 who have demonstrated an inability to maintain safety in their home or community. Part Time Benefits - Tuition assistance (for teammates working an average of 20hrs a week), Continuing Education Assistance (for teammates working an average of 20hrs a week), Employee Assistance Program (up to 6 consultations per year), Part time sick and vacation leave, Bereavement Leave, 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Repayment (for teammates working an average of 20hrs a week),
Life
Insurance (voluntary),
Long
Term
Disability (Voluntary)
Scope: Nursing services will provide behavioral and physical health services to the Pearl Youth Residence. Nurses will work alongside providers and clinical teams to develop treatment criteria and goals. Nursing will assist in assessing medication efficacy and physical assessments. Nursing will arrange and assist with community appointments. An RN who qualifies as a Mental Health Professional will be assigned, oriented, trained, supervised, monitored and evaluated, including accurate and timely completion of daily mental status exams of residents who are involuntary committed under court ordered treatment to support clinical assessment and determination of continued treatment needs. Responsibilities Provide nursing and medical services to clients Provide education regarding prescribed treatment Document in the progress notes the provision of care and the clinical and behavioral observations of clients Administer and document medications, adhering to state and program guidelines Provide first aid and emergency medical care as needed, following program guidelines Transcribe provider orders, following program protocols Measure and document client vital signs Other duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the Washington State Board of Nursing Attend all mandatory meetings Maintain licensure, certification and other requirements for the position. Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to design, implement, maintain, and evaluate individually tailored care plans for each client. Competencies Understands and respects diverse backgrounds and a commitment to culturally competent practice. Demonstrates ethical decision-making skills and appropriate boundaries. Promote whole health care as a key to people’s recovery and quality of life. Ability to receive consultation and apply feedback, is accountable, and contributes to a positive work environment. Develops and maintains a self-care plan, seeks supervision when needed and recognizes signs of burnout. Ability to complete paperwork and documentation within required timeframes, meeting content requirements. Ability to apply appropriate codes to patient care services as outlined by program guidelines. Understand basic behavioral health diagnostic framework and have ability to apply relevant treatment interventions. Compliance with competencies determined by Nursing Director. Participate in competency trainings identified by Human Resources and assigned program. Implement nursing treatment approaches as designated through a nursing care plan. Observe and assess clients in terms of therapeutic response to medication and the nursing care plan. Assist in monitoring and documenting medical supplies, floor stock, and pharmacy communication. Adhere to program’s infection control policy and protocols. Assist in all aspects of the laboratory specimen, collection and throughput. Plan and lead educational and information groups for clients as assigned. Adhere to the incident reporting process.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Vacation Leave
Tuition Assistance
Bereavement Leave
Student Loan Repayment
Continuing Education Assistance
403(B) Retirement Plan
Part Time Sick Leave
QualificationsQualifications: RN. WA State Registered Nurse (or multi-state or compact licensure). One year of work experience of relevant work experience preferred. Current CPR certification. Current food handler’s permit If role requires driving, must have valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and working vehicle. May require an annual flu and TB shot verification, and must be willing to follow other measures as directed by the Infection Control Manager. May require annual N95 fit testing If working at Pearl Youth Residence, must have the ability to be certified in Handle with Care verbal de-escalation and physical constraint strategies. Comprehensive Life Resources is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability status, and any other applicable legally protected characteristics and or class.
