Job Title: Registered Nurse - Crisis Units

Location: Naples, Florida

Company: David Lawrence Centers For Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full-Time & Hourly/Non-Exempt (36 Hours)
~ Monday 7AM-7PM (Children's Crisis Unit)
~ Tuesday & Thursday 10AM-10PM (Adult Crisis Unit)
~ Wednesday, Friday/Saturday/Sunday OFF

Salary: Starting at $35 per hour Plus Substantial Shift Differential Pay
~ Opportunity to work Additional Hours in other Programs

Hiring Incentives: Sign on Bonus, PTO W/In 90 days, Full Benefits W/401k, Professional Development & Tuition Programs.

Job Summary: Our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and Children's Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU) provide high-impact, transformative and imperative care to those who might not otherwise have access to mental health resources.

Key Responsibilities:

- Providing highly-skilled care to all Clients in the Crisis Stabilization Units (high-paced and team-oriented atmosphere).

- Processing admissions and discharges in a timely/thorough manner.

- Working in a multidisciplinary environment to ensure continuity of care.

- Handling multiple tasks within a demanding environment.

- Communicating with local hospitals and community partners when needed.

- Working closely with Providers, Clinicians, other RN's, LPN's, Behavioral Health Techs and Support Staff.

- Collaborating with Emergency Services, Detox, Crossroads, Access Center and DLC's community partners.

- Providing guidance and training to Behavioral Health Tech Staff as needed, especially during crisis situations.

- Properly documenting Client information in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system including Nursing Notes, S/R Notes, etc.

- Addressing all Client concerns in a professional yet compassionate way.

Qualifications:

- High school Diploma/GED = Required

- Graduation from an Accredited Nursing Program = Required

- Clear/Active FL RN License = Required

- Skills in nursing assessment, evaluation, planning and intervention for all ages = Required

- Related experience (Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Crisis Nursing, Psych Nursing, Inpatient, Residential, Jail, Detox, Baker Act, etc.) = Strongly Preferred

- Basic knowledge of Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder treatment principles and techniques (including Medication Assisted Treatment) = Strongly Preferred

- Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) and Electronic Medical Records experience = Strongly Preferred

- Staying compliant on all trainings and immunizations = Required

- Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting, Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check = Required

Physical Requirements: This position requires a mix of physical activities throughout the workday. Duties involve periods of standing, sitting, and walking, often across various areas of the site. The role also includes tasks that may require bending, reaching, and other physical movements. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.