What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Registered Nurse-RN position at Cooper Riis?
Overnight Registered Nurse- RN
Exciting Opportunity for Seasoned and New Nurses! We welcome applications from recent graduates who hold a valid North Carolina license, or a compact state license. Start your professional journey with us—we’re excited to help you grow!
CooperRiis: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health Recovery
CooperRiis is a voluntary residential mental health treatment facility that does not provide detox services. We take a holistic approach to care, emphasizing the health and wellness of both our residents and our staff.
Our philosophy centers on respecting the autonomy of each individual, fostering a sense of community, and using a strength-based model to support mental health recovery. We believe that healing is most effective when people feel empowered, connected, and supported.
Our Nursing Team plays a vital role in this journey. They have the time and space to build meaningful relationships with residents, offer personalized education, and provide individualized support throughout the recovery process.
Location: Asheville, NC
Schedule:
- Friday - Sunday 7:30 pm - 8:00 am
Benefits:
- PTO/Sick Time accrual starts on first day
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement Plan with a company match
- Free Meals
- PSLF qualifying workplace
- Yearly CEU/Training Budget
Pay:
- RN starting at $31.00 - $36.58 per hour based on experience
- 3rd Shift Differential
Responsibilities:
- Developing individualized care plans with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, therapists and other health care professionals
- Educating residents about mental health conditions and treatment plans, including coping strategies, self-care techniques, medications and supplements, and medication compliance.
- Take vital signs daily and perform nursing assessment
- Provide basic first aid when necessary
- Administer medications as prescribed by the psychiatrist and monitor patients for side effects and responses to these medications.
- Weekly packing of medications with residents, and to determine eligibility for resident self-administration of medications
- Assesses residents with physical and mental health complaints and collaborate with the on-site physician for follow up actions
- Administer random breathalyzer and urine drug screening
- Provides crisis intervention and assists with hospitalization when necessary
- Communicate with Integrative Health Specialist regarding supplements, dietary concerns, and additional weight monitoring
- Responds to crises, using de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral emergencies and ensure patient safety
- Maintains accurate and detailed resident records
Qualifications:
- RN NC or compact license
- Previous psychiatric experience preferred
CooperRiis is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.- CooperRiis is a therapeutic healing community located in Asheville, North Carolina. We are a Smoke/Drug/Alcohol Free Facility.
Benefits:
Free Lunch or SnacksSalary : $31 - $37