Registered Nurse- Milestones

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse in our behavioral health programs job is both Programmatic and direct medical care for the organization’s Intensive Residential Treatment Services program. Work at this level is both clinical, supervisory, and direct care. Responsible for direct oversight of client’s medical care, medication administration procedures, and oversight of professional and paraprofessional staff administering medications.

To be responsible for monitoring client health status while in the program. Assess client health at intake and monitor while in the program. Referrals to and coordination with community psychiatric care providers.

Refer client to or perform annual physical exam if due. Address the needs of recipients with co-occurring Substance Abuse Disorder. Assess all medical emergencies, including substance abuse problems.

To assure safe handling and administration of medications. Create documentation procedures and forms that assure medications will be used as prescribed. Train staff in using proper administration and documentation procedures.

Observe staff for competency in administering medications and other health related procedures. Educate staff regarding medications, side-effects, and drug interactions. Educate clients regarding their specific medications, side-effects, and drug interactions.

Train staff in first aid techniques and response to medical emergencies. Provide on-going consultation and advice to staff and clients. Order medications as needed.

Supervise destruction of medications. To maintain open and honest communication with the Program Director and Treatment Supervisor and other staff promoting the concept of teamwork and support. Inform Program Director and Treatment Supervisor of all significant happenings.

Communicates client and program needs to Program Director and Treatment Supervisor other staff via timely written and verbal communication. Promptly respond to client and staff emergencies in a supportive manner. Attend weekly team meetings.

Monitors medication administration programs with assistance of medical staff (i.e. RN, LPN, etc.)

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN). Must have a valid license to practice in the State of Minnesota.

• Qualified Mental Health Practitioner in accordance with M Statute 245.462 Subdivision 17 (preferred)

• Must have professional experience in direct service to individuals with mental health issues and experience in management and supervision.

• Must have a sincere desire to work with and promote the delivery of culturally competent services.

• Pay: From $40.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 40 per week
• Work Location: In person