What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN RN or LPN - Day Shift Coverage position at Cooper Riis?
PRN RN or LPN-Day Shift Coverage
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: Mill Spring, NC
Schedule:
- Day shift coverage as needed shifts
Benefits:
- Retirement Plan with a company match
- Free Meals
- PSLF qualifying workplace
Pay:
- RN starting at $32.00 - $37.12 per hour based on experience
- LPN starting at $29.50 - $34.22 per hour based on experience
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 or LPN 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 Mill Spring, North Carolina. We are a Smoke/Drug/Alcohol Free Facility.
Salary : $30 - $34