SHIFT: Monday, Thursday, Saturday @ 7:30 am – 7:30 pm

LOCATION: MLK – Los Angeles, CA

DUTIES: The Registered Nurse (RN) works under the direction of the Director of Nursing to coordinate and mange nursing care. Provides technical guidance, and supervise staff in order to maintain health, safety and integrity of the patient.

· Supervises nursing assessment at intake to identify conditions and problems, initiate the problem list, and create the treatment plan.

· Ongoing assessment of patient needs and updating nursing care plan as needed.

· Rounds with the physician to assess patients, receive orders, and note specialized patient care requirements.

· Ensures that physician’s orders are transcribed and carried out.

· Acts as a liaison between physician and patient care team.

· Responsible for submitting reports i.e. Q.A. reports, infection control, pharmacy error reports.

· Make presentations and facilitate educational groups & sessions.

· Monitor and document withdrawal symptoms.

· Provides leadership for staff. Delegates responsibilities within scope of personnel abilities.

· Provides and coordinates clinical learning experiences.

· Assess staff knowledge and understanding of patient conditions and treatment.

· May be responsible for preparing monthly schedule to provide adequate nursing coverage.

· Guides, directs, and counsels staff members regarding patient care, problem solving, and decision-making.

· Teach and monitor patients and staff for compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols.

· Coordinate other healthcare needs of the patient outside the facility.

QUALIFICATIONS: Following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Current R.N. California license. Annual CPR Certification.

Must have valid California driver’s license and liability insurance if driving personal vehicle on BHS business. Vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination must be adequate for performance of job duties. Able to sit at desk, use keyboard, write and physically perform other job duties. Able to move about the facility to observe clients and staff. Specific qualifications may vary based on assignment.

Recovering individuals must have a minimum two years clean, sober and abstinent to be considered for employment.

Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is a non-for-profit, community-based health care organization, whose mission is to transform lives by providing substance abuse, mental health, drug-free transitional living, family preservation, prevention and Family Health Center and other related health services to the residents of Southern California. If you are interested in being a part of this dynamic organization, please apply.

BENEFITS: BHS offers a full complement of benefits for eligible employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Long & Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.

APPLICATIONS: Applicants may email resume to jobs@bhs-inc.org or fax to (310) 679-4621, or apply in person at 15519 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

BHS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BHS will consider applicants with criminal history as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person