PRN, RN or LPN Behavioral Crisis Center-6

Job description

Job Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for providing nursing services to clients/patients in a variety of settings to include but not limited to: residential care facilities, behavioral health programs, substance use disorder treatment programs, crisis centers, outpatient and/or primary medical care clinics or in the community within client/patient homes. Essential Job Functions: Perform all appropriate nursing assessments per service line requirements, utilizing a high level of clinical competence. Evaluate the client/patient’s physical condition and the need for services. Complete required screenings, record the client/patient’s initial medical histories and vital signs; coordinate any required action planning based on results. Monitor the health status of the client/patient during services provided. Work with the treatment team to coordinate care based on client/patient needs. Create action plans for client/patient based on physical and mental health in regards to treatment needs. Oversee infectious disease control, client/patient hygiene, and related client & facility health issues, under the supervision of nursing leadership. Provide disease prevent...