Nurse
- RN Residential Services (ESP) CRF Behavioral Healthcare
- 3.2 Escondido, CA Job Details Permanent | Full-time $48.08
- $50.48 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Career development plan Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Psychiatry RN License BLS Certification Case management Full Job Description Nurse
- RN (Regular Full-Time, Hourly)
Program:
Esperanza Crisis Center (Escondido)
Region:
Escondido Services:
Crisis Care Career Type:
Nurses Hours:
40 hours per week; Monday
This is an on-site position and requires in-person attendance to perform the essential functions of the job.
Pay Rate :
$48.08 to $50.48 per hour
Licensure :
Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment
Certification :
BLS certification required and must be kept current during employment As a Nurse
- RN, you will be part of a team that assesses client's mental and physical health and develops treatment plans.
Assist multidisciplinary team with crisis intervention, psychiatric medical assessments, case management, and medication support services. Consult with prescriber for medication orders and guidance/recommendations for the treatment of medical and psychiatric conditions. Administer medications as ordered by the prescriber. Monitor client's physical and psychiatric condition and response to treatment and/or medication. Report client's responses to the prescriber. Maintain inventory, storage and handling of medication including Patient Assistance Program (PAP) medications and/or sample medications according to Medi-Cal and all overseeing agency's guidelines. Ensure all medications are managed and stored appropriately as defined by local and state regulations. Complete and sign all required medical/nursing documents using the County designated electronic health record (EHR). Provide health education and medication instructions to clients, family members, staff and other support personnel. Identify acute or potential health problems and coordinate care with the appropriate provider and/or level of care for treatment. Additional Qualifications and Skills Previous experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred Ability to physically and mentally assist in emergency situations is required Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential Proficient computer skills, including MS Office Ability to pass criminal/background clearance Bring your nursing skills and dedication to helping others to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve! Our Crisis Centers are Short Term Acute Residential Treatment (START) programs (Del Sur Crisis Center, Esperanza Crisis Center, Halcyon Crisis Center, Hawthorne Crisis Center, Jary Barreto Crisis Center, New Vistas Crisis Center, and Turning Point Crisis Center) that provide intensive, community-based crisis residential services for adults throughout San Diego County. They deliver a unique alternative to psychiatric hospitalization to clients who are experiencing a psychiatric crisis of such magnitude so as not to be manageable on an outpatient basis. Their services are provided in a home-like environment that specializes in the psychosocial rehabilitation of each individual. CRF Behavioral Health Nurses are client-centered, compassionate, dedicated team members who make a difference in the lives of the people they serve. They embrace the opportunity to work side-by-side with their clients, helping to make lasting changes that will improve quality of life, health, and wellness. Our START nurses are committed to providing excellence in psychiatric nursing care. If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to We are an
Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:
$48.08
48 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
