Registered Nurse (RN) - Residential
Saint Augustine, Florida
Nurse Managers & Supervisors
Posted Aug 14
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- Psych
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days · 5 a week
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- Charge shifts · No call
- Setting
- Behavioral Health
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- $3/hr below the median
The median for Nurse Managers & Supervisors in Florida is $39/hr, across 10 postings.
About this role
Lead Registered Nurse (RN) — Residential Program for Children & Adolescents
*Location:* St. Augustine, FL (Onsite)
*Pay:* $72,800- $74,000/year + full benefits
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Schedule
- Monday through Friday - business hours, no call
About the Opportunity
A *mission-driven nonprofit residential program serving children and adolescents* in St. Augustine, FL is hiring a *Lead Registered Nurse (RN)* to oversee nursing operations within its residential behavioral health program.
This is a *hands-on clinical leadership role* for an experienced RN who wants to combine direct pediatric/adolescent care with team supervision, medication oversight, and program-wide health compliance — all within a structured, supportive residential setting.
Position Overview
The Lead RN supervises the nursing team (LPNs), manages all medication systems and clinical documentation, ensures regulatory compliance, and steps in as needed to support direct care for the children and adolescents in the program.
*Responsibilities*
- Supervise LPN nursing staff and provide ongoing clinical guidance and support
- Oversee all medication management processes for residential youth
- Coordinate bi-weekly psychiatric tele-clinics via Zoom (single session for all youth)
- Maintain compliance with 5339 forms, court orders, and regulatory standards
- Conduct intake medical reviews, medication reconciliation, and AIMS assessments
- Coordinate with therapists, case managers, pharmacies, and providers
- Prepare and manage medication supplies for off-campus trips and home visits
Qualifications
*Required:*
- Active *Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida*
- Strong knowledge of medication administration, compliance, and clinical documentation systems
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Pay: $72,000.00 - $74,000.00 per year
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Requirements
- *Required:*
- Active *Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida*
- Strong knowledge of medication administration, compliance, and clinical documentation systems
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Place
- City
- Saint Augustine, Florida
- State price level
- 3% above the national average
Florida index 103.4, where 100 is the national average.
America's oldest city blends Spanish colonial charm with Atlantic coast living. Nurses enjoy historic cobblestone streets, the iconic Castillo de San Marcos, and relaxed beach-town energy. It's a quieter Florida alternative with rich history and coastal warmth.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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You would be looking at Bzybe in Saint Augustine, Florida. The town is what we can describe with confidence: a walkable historic downtown, beaches, and an Atlantic lifestyle that residents say makes it a cool place to raise kids, with…
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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
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