Registered Nurse (RN)

Per Diem

Company Overview

We Level Up is a network of mental health, drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers that provide caring treatment to those who are prepared to begin their recovery journey. Our commitment is unmatched and proven by offering a diverse set of clinical therapies, combined with a professional, caring staff with diverse treatment options.

We use a whole-patient approach built on a foundation of integrity, transparency, and compassion. Our goals extend far beyond sobriety alone; every therapeutic intervention we deliver empowers our clients with a sense of purpose and joy in recovery. We operate multiple residential inpatient treatment centers in the nation.

Come join us on this journey! We are looking to grow our teams with talented, caring, and passionate people who share our energy and enthusiasm for recovery treatment.

Summary:

The nursing staff is responsible for the day-to-day nursing services provided to all patients admitted to the facility. This includes intake, assessment, vital signs, suicide risk assessment, medication management, and general health care education.

Requirements:

• Nursing degree from an accredited school.
• Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience as a nurse in a behavioral health care, substance abuse, or hospital setting. One (1) year substance abuse or mental health preferred.
• This position requires a valid, active, and unencumbered RN from the State of Washington.

Responsibilities:

• Complete nursing intake and assessment. This includes interview of patient and/or family as needed.
• Process, manage, and implement orders from Licensed Independent Practitioners.
• Monitor patient’s vital signs as ordered or per protocol.
• Maintain medication cart in order and locked at all times
• Dispense medications as ordered. Monitor and document all medication activity. Keep medication administration record (MAR) up to date.
• Observe and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
• Ensure compliance with Do Not Use Abbreviation and Sound Alike/Look Alike medication lists.
• Document all patient interactions and interventions in the medical record.
• Complete incident report for any unusual or adverse event including medication errors and medication reactions.
• Monitor food and nutrition orders and ensure patient are served appropriate diet.
• Monitor patient weight on admission and as ordered by LIP.
• Complete suicide risk assessment on all new admission and as needed during treatment.
• Complete a physical assessment of all patients upon admission or as needed to assess skin integrity, markings, or signs and symptoms of disease or issues.
• Obtain patient specific medications from Pharmacy and obtain copay payment from patients.
• Screen for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
• Screen for danger to self or others
• Screen for co-occurring mental health issues.
• Analyze and interpret data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.
• With the individual served, formulate mutually agreed-upon, measurable treatment goals and objective.
• Demonstrate adherence to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct.
• Other duties as required to address operational needs.

Pay: $48.00 - $50.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Physical setting:

• Rehabilitation center

Ability to Relocate:

• Spokane Valley, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person