Nurse RN/LPN - Residential - Compass Health Network
Jefferson City, MO 65109
About the Job
Description:
Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $4000 sign-on bonus. We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!
Compass Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri to provide nursing oversight of the residents physical and psychiatric care for the Transitional Services program on the evening (3 PM-11 PM) shift Monday through Friday with rotating weekends on call. Compass Health offers full-time employees a generous 401K match and PTO/holidays.
Job Responsibilities
Completes nursing assessments as required by contracts
Monitor health needs
Monitor post-acute withdrawal symptoms
Meet with consumers about medical concerns
Triage medication condition occurring during treatment
Arrange medication appointment and confer with attending physician as necessary or acquire medical services through managed care organizations
Manage medical emergencies
Arrange or monitor special dietary needs for medical conditions
Provide individual assistance to consumers in accessing needed mental health services including accompanying consumer to appointments to address medical or other health needs
Review medication requirements with consumers
Call physician/pharmacy to confirm medications prescribed
Educate consumer on medications
Clarify instructions on medication use
Monitor self-administration of medication
Coordinates training of staff for self-administration of medication, CLIA, Bio-hazard and other trainings as needed
Completes blood draws for metabolics
Coordinates lab orders
Consult on use of over the counter medication and monitor their use
Inject therapeutic medication, both subcutaneous and intramuscular
Monitor lab levels including consultation with physicians
Coordinate medication needs with pharmacies, consumers and families including the use of indigent
drug programs
Set up medication boxes
Conduct psycho-education groups related to health issues
Provide staff in-services regarding medical related issues
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates degree in nursing required
Bachelors degree in nursing preferred
Must be Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri.
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Why join us?
We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.
At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:
Competitive benefits
Advancement opportunities
Professional development
Licensure supervision
Mentor opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarship program
Employee Assistance Program
Headspace Access
Paid time off & Paid Holidays
NHSC Loan Repayment Participant
We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!
Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $4000 sign-on bonus. We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!
Compass Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri to provide nursing oversight of the residents physical and psychiatric care for the Transitional Services program on the evening (3 PM-11 PM) shift Monday through Friday with rotating weekends on call. Compass Health offers full-time employees a generous 401K match and PTO/holidays.
Job Responsibilities
Completes nursing assessments as required by contracts
Monitor health needs
Monitor post-acute withdrawal symptoms
Meet with consumers about medical concerns
Triage medication condition occurring during treatment
Arrange medication appointment and confer with attending physician as necessary or acquire medical services through managed care organizations
Manage medical emergencies
Arrange or monitor special dietary needs for medical conditions
Provide individual assistance to consumers in accessing needed mental health services including accompanying consumer to appointments to address medical or other health needs
Review medication requirements with consumers
Call physician/pharmacy to confirm medications prescribed
Educate consumer on medications
Clarify instructions on medication use
Monitor self-administration of medication
Coordinates training of staff for self-administration of medication, CLIA, Bio-hazard and other trainings as needed
Completes blood draws for metabolics
Coordinates lab orders
Consult on use of over the counter medication and monitor their use
Inject therapeutic medication, both subcutaneous and intramuscular
Monitor lab levels including consultation with physicians
Coordinate medication needs with pharmacies, consumers and families including the use of indigent
drug programs
Set up medication boxes
Conduct psycho-education groups related to health issues
Provide staff in-services regarding medical related issues
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates degree in nursing required
Bachelors degree in nursing preferred
Must be Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri.
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Why join us?
We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.
At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:
Competitive benefits
Advancement opportunities
Professional development
Licensure supervision
Mentor opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarship program
Employee Assistance Program
Headspace Access
Paid time off & Paid Holidays
NHSC Loan Repayment Participant
We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!
Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Source : Compass Health Network