Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is the premiere non-profit fully integrated healthcare provider of substance use and behavioral health programs in Arizona, including prevention, education and treatment using cutting-edge, nationally recognized, evidence-based models.

CBI is growing an expanding our services! We are currently recruiting for RN’s for our brand new inpatient program in Casa Grande and add weekend day and weekend night differentials!

 We are looking for mission driven and compassionate RN’s that thrive in an upbeat environment. The RN’s will experience tremendous professional growth through ongoing training and cutting edge treatment practices. The RN’s will be supported by strong and competent leadership available 24/7. The leadership at CBI is committed to ongoing professional development for their nursing staff. Come join our family-oriented team of passionate individuals who are serious about making a difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.

Our new Casa Grande program is state of the art facility that provides top notch integrated care. We are proud to adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach that allows our nurses to dramatically improve the quality of life for the patients in their care. The services that are offered through our Casa Grande program empower our compassionate RN’s to make an impact on the national crisis of opiate addiction. Our Casa Grande program is expanding to meet the needs of the communities and there is incredible opportunity for advancement and professional growth.

Job Summary

The RN works as part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for the nursing care provided to patients while on his or her unit (behavioral and medical). The RN is also responsible to carry out orders from the medical practitioner and communicate any barriers to providing service immediately to his or her supervisor and attending medical practitioner.

Nursing Duties

• Completes admissions/discharges and documents nursing assessments in EMR within one hour of admission/discharge
• Completes a nurse shift note for all existing patients at least once per shift.
• Assigns monitoring tool/type that will be used as well as frequency to monitor patient condition.
• Plans and provides nursing care for patients assigned to him or her on the unit, to include assigning monitoring tools based on patient acuity.
• Consults with medical practitioners and other assigned staff in designing appropriate care plan for patient.
• Reviews discharge plan with patient or designee to ensure understanding of all discharge instructions as well as any prescriptions being received at the time of discharge.
• Administers medication and documents accordingly.
• Arranges further medical treatment when indicated.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients by communicating needs to designated personnel.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient monitoring, treatment, interventions, laboratory results and other pertinent information concerning the care of the patient while on the unit.
• Draw blood for labs and collect/process urine samples.
• Completes medication pass of oral medications and completes documentation concurrently in the EMR.
• Promotes safe patient environment through on the floor interaction with patients; applies ‘de-escalation’ techniques to help people manage their emotions and behavior
• Provides patients with education regarding wellness, disease prevention and health promotion.
• Will cross train in other departments to provide coverage when needed/able.
• Use professional judgement to ascertain and to apply appropriate intervention techniques with a patient who is in crisis.
• Communicates effectively with a variety of disciplines, patients, family members and stakeholders.
• Functions calmly in situations, which require a high degree of sensitivity and tact Provides prompt, efficient, and responsive service. 
• Exercises appropriate judgement in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and/or recommendations.
• Maintains up to date with skill set through continuing education. 

Skills/Requirements:

• Good Standing.
• Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse and/or Psych experience is a plus
• New Grads are encouraged to apply

CBI Offers an excellent benefits package!

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Supplemental plans - Hospital indemnity/ Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Dependent Care Savings, Health Care Savings, 401K with employer match - 100% vested upon enrollment, Generous PTO accrual, Wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs, incentives, and more!
• For the past four years, The Phoenix Business Journal has recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid-size employers in the Valley.

CBI treats patients from all different walks of life and believes in maintaining the dignity of human life. Recovery is possible!