Charge Nurse CRC- Inpatient FED

Overview

Connections Health Solutions is a physician-owned, multifaceted behavioral health company whose mission is to address any behavioral health need at any time. We are hiring a Charge Nurse for the Crisis Response Center (CRC) who will oversee the operation, organization, and flow of recipients through the unit; including but not limited to: delegating nursing assignments, overseeing admissions, transfers and discharges. Demonstrate knowledge of Crisis Intervention and can de-escalate potentially aggressive situations.  Assists with training and orientation of new staff, and oversee assigned duties of staff and documentation to meet JCAHO and OMFL standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for the shift assigned to create and maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu. Ensures all RN and LPN responsibilities are met and abide by company policy. Performs all essential functions of a Registered Nurse as needed.
• Assists Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing with the implementation of new policies/procedures and collection of necessary data for reporting (Infection Control, incidents/Medication Errors, Injuries, and Staffing issues). Actively assesses work area for non-compliance issues and notifies Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing of identified concerns.
• Monitors the observation, inpatient unit and the lobby area to coordinate care and safety issues with the Lead Behavioral Health Specialist.  Collaborates with other members of the Multidisciplinary team to keep a smooth flow of admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Ensures coverage for an RN/LPN call-offs for the oncoming shift.  Reports lack of coverage to Nurse Manager. Ensures all Nursing staff on their shift remain in compliance with required trainings.
• Utilizes de-escalation procedures and theories to assist in providing a safe milieu. Utilizes skills effectively to describe and demonstrate roles and responsibilities relative to safety. Review seclusion/restraint packet and assist with their corrections.
• Completes reviews and audits of staff documentation to determine compliance with JCHAO and OMFL standards. 

Qualifications

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and paid holiday

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program
• At least 3 years of psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant experience
• At least one year of managerial experience
• Unrestricted license as Registered Nurse through the Arizona State Board of Nursing
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous emergency room or crisis psychiatric care experience
• Familiarity with Court Ordered Treatment process.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing