Psychiatric Registered Nurse (full time) - Crisis Stabilization and Resource Center

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and licensed in the state of Nebraska as an RN.
• Two years of experience, preferably in a substance abuse or mental health behavioral health setting along with working knowledge of primary health care issues.
• Valid driver’s license/ acceptable driving record

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Nursing Assessment and Clinical Care
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing assessments, including routine and urgent/emergent assessments as clinically indicated.
• Conduct physical health screenings and assess ongoing medical needs.
• Screen for health risks during initial nursing assessment and periodically thereafter.
• Identify medical or psychiatric conditions requiring referral, consultation, or transfer to a higher level of care.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate individualized programs of nursing care and therapeutic intervention.
• Develop, implement, and update nursing care plans consistent with the interdisciplinary treatment plan.

• 2. Medication Management and Provider Collaboration
• Provide management and administration of medications in collaboration with the CSRC psychiatric provider and other licensed providers.
• Administer medications in accordance with the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act, licensed provider orders, and facility policies.
• Perform medication reconciliation at admission and discharge.
• Monitor therapeutic response, side effects, and overall medication effectiveness.
• Ensure secure storage and accurate documentation of medications, including controlled substances.
• Provide medication education to individuals and families as appropriate.

• 3. Health Monitoring and Withdrawal Risk Oversight
• Monitor vital signs and overall physical health status.
• Observe for behavioral or physiological indicators of substance use complications or mild withdrawal symptoms. The program does not operate as a detoxification facility; individuals requiring medical detox services will be referred or transferred in accordance with policy.
• Provide crisis health intervention to stabilize health concerns within scope of practice.
• Implement preventive as well as remedial health and wellness plans.
• Coordinate referrals for external medical services when indicated.

• 4. Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
• Provide crisis health and psychiatric intervention to support stabilization.
• Utilize approved de-escalation techniques and least restrictive interventions.
• Participate in ongoing risk assessment and safety planning.
• Ensure care incorporates best practices in treatment, risk assessment, and multi-agency service coordination.

• 5. Therapeutic and Family Support
• Provide a range of therapeutic nursing interventions to individuals and families.
• Teach education groups focused on medication management and other basic health care.
• Support individuals and their families during stabilization admission and through reintegration into the community.
• Offer health coaching and implement individual and group wellness activities.
• Assist individuals in developing sustainable health and recovery plans.

• 6. Interdisciplinary and Community Collaboration
• Work closely with other members of the interdisciplinary team and staff from key community agencies.
• Coordinate and schedule follow-up appointments for medical care, mental health services, and community-based support programs.
• Ensure care is appropriate, coordinated, and aligned with community-based services.
• Cross-train team members in health and wellness interventions as individually indicated.
• Provide education and training to agency staff regarding physical and behavioral health issues.

• 7. Documentation and Record Maintenance
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation including nursing assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, medication administration records, and discharge summaries.
• Ensure documentation reflects clinical decision-making, coordination of care, and discharge planning.
• Maintain compliance with Nebraska DHHS regulations, HIPAA requirements, and agency policies.

• 8. Professional Conduct and Organizational Responsibilities
• Display a courteous, respectful, and caring attitude toward individuals served, families, volunteers, visitors, and staff.
• Cooperate and collaborate with program area staff and agency personnel.
• Demonstrate dependability and punctuality in scheduling and attendance.
• Abide by all specific program and agency procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop personal and program-related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities.
• Participate in quality improvement and performance evaluation activities.
• Perform other program-related duties as assigned.