Registered Nurse

Wage band range $40.00-$52.00/hour; however, starting pay is ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. Position is eligible to test for a bilingual pay incentive.

Under the administrative direction of the Health Clinic Manager, the Registered Nurse provides safe, efficient, and therapeutic nursing care to youth and their families. This role supports the health, well-being, and continuity of care for clients within the program. Upholds Casa Pacifica's Standards of Behavior and embodies our core values of respect, integrity, compassion, and courage in the daily care and treatment of youth, ensuring the achievement of program and treatment objectives.

We are a diverse and inclusive team providing excellent services to all our surrounding communities. Our team members are empowered to share their identities, ideas, and perspectives. A culture built on diversity, equity and inclusivity is essential to creating a safe and healing environment at Casa Pacifica.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (illustrated by typical activities):

Clinical Care

• Provide effective, efficient, and developmentally appropriate nursing care.
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment that respects all patients’ rights.
• Safely prepare, administer, document, and monitor the effects of medications.
• Conduct thorough intake and elopement assessments; document and communicate findings promptly.
• Assess and respond appropriately to illness or injury in youth.
• Implement nursing interventions based on assessment findings and standing orders.
• Assist with pre-intake procedures and orientation for youth, parents, and guardians.
• Oversee the consent process for psychotropic medications.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to LVNs.
• Act as a liaison for the Camino a Casa Program.

Crisis Response & Behavioral Support

• Respond effectively to crisis situations.
• Utilize therapeutic interventions to de-escalate anxious or acting-out youth.

Collaboration & Communication

• Participate in patient rounds, treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and committees as assigned.
• Collaborate with the Health Services Team and broader treatment team, including clinicians, direct care staff, education services, community providers, and family members, in accordance with legal guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all personnel, operational, and client-related information.

Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure annual client care minute goals are met.
• Complete, sign, and date all mental health progress notes within 72 hours of service.
• Assist with medication order processing, refills, audits, and assigned projects.

Education

• Assist with health education for youth, families, and staff.

Other

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of full-time experience as an RN.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children or adolescents.
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent behavior.
• Experience in behavioral health highly preferred.
• Familiarity with psychotropic medications preferred.
• Working knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care and ability to articulate its principles.
• Self-directed, organized, detail-oriented, and able to problem-solve independently.
• Strong communication skills with clients, families, and colleagues.

Credentials

• Valid California Registered Nurse License.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and policy/procedure manuals.
• Ability to write clear, concise nursing notes, documentation, and routine correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively by email with parents, guardians, and providers.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and drug dosage calculations.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to think critically, identify and analyze problems, gather information, evaluate solutions, collaborate effectively, and implement appropriate actions.

WHAT WE OFFER
Casa Pacifica strongly believes in providing our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total benefits package that will support them across the many needs that arise in life. In addition to the salary information listed above, employees within this position will also be eligible for the following:

• Comprehensive Benefits package,
• 401k auto enrollment at 3% with up to 5% fully vested employer matching contributions made after first year of service
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
• Flexible Spending and Dependent care programs
• Excellent Training opportunities – including opportunities for CEUs
• Education/Tuition Assistance programs
• Group Discount Pet Insurance
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness, Accidental & Dental supplemental plan options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Confidential Crisis Line 24/7, 365 days a year
  • 4 face-to-face or telephonic sessions per issue, i.e.,
    • Stress, Anxiety, Depression
    • Life transitions
    • Grief and Loss
    • Divorce
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Substance Abuse
    • Work-Life Counseling
    • Free Legal and Financial Consultations
    • Identity Theft Recovery Services

Casa Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. All applicants will be given full consideration under state, local, and federal law.