Crisis Center Triage RN (Registered Nurse) - Porter-Starke 701

We are in need of PT NIGHTS & PRN!

POSITION SUMMARY 

Recommends and oversees implementation of all medical policies and procedures for Inpatient Nursing, ensuring the safety and well-being of the clients utilizing the Crisis Stabilization Center and/or the Inpatient Care Center. 

STARTING SALARY

• $31.25/hour and up based on experience 

BENEFITS

• Up to $8/hour in shift differential 
• 401(k) with 20% company matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Company paid life insurance and long term disability
• Employee discounts (YMCA)
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous PTO
• 11 paid holidays
• Educational Reimbursement ($200/month)
• Tuition Assistance ($5,250 eligibility)
• Company-wide employee recognition events 
• Free health and wellness screenings
• EAP Program

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

• Interacts with health care professionals and provides necessary care.
• Completes and reviews all required admission assessments, orders and paperwork.
• Completes medication reconciliation for new admissions.
• Completes point of care testing.
• Observes and monitors assessment scales such as CIWA, AUDIT, CSSRS, AIMS, etc.
• Reviews and documents client response to medication and health status.
• Assesses physical health of clients and confers with physicians to coordinate care as needed.
• Participates in staff meetings and other meetings as requested or assigned.
• Completes electronic medical record documentation as required.
• Other duties may be assigned. 

Non-Essential Functions:

• Reviews and documents as needed the physical and mental condition of clients.
• Coordinates medication reviews and staffing’s with agency physicians.
• Conducts record searches as requested by the treatment team or physician to obtain a history of medications and responses.
• Interacts with physicians, managed care, and pharmacy to assist patients with obtaining medication. 

Competencies:

• All medical policies and procedures specifically related to the various adult and children’s services provided in a crisis facility.
• Safety regulations for the services of a crisis facility.
• Crisis and emergency protocols as they apply to the various types of services provided by the organization.
• Pharmacology, medication administration techniques, and medication effects.
• Basic first aid, infection control principles, and public health requirements.

The staff member must demonstrate skills in:

• Signs and symptoms of psychiatric disorders.
• Interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and organization.
• Handling crisis and medical emergencies.
• Interfacing and referring to outside contacts.
• Presenting information and responding to questions from individuals and groups of clients, customers, co-workers, and the general public.
• Typing and basic computer usage.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• ASN required, BSN preferred
• 1-2 years of psychiatric nursing preferred

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in psychiatric nursing is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

• Current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse is required.