Relief Registered Nurse - Crisis

Job Number: 23-589-10446

Job Summary: The primary purpose of the RN position is to provide general health care, training and education to clients in a clinical environment.  This position is expected to behave with professionalism, empathy, and positive regard for others in verbal, written, and non-verbal communications. The goal is to promote trauma informed practices, provide suicide safer care, and foster a supportive and welcoming environment that promotes racial and health equity.  This position calls for strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a team and with both internal and external stakeholders.  This position is under the administrative supervision of the program manager or practice manager at the RN's primary work site.  This position is under the clinical oversight of the program's designated RN Supervisor.  This position exercises moderate latitude for  the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule. 

Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act
• Knowledge of community services and resources applicable to the target population
• Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of community services and resources applicable to the target population.
• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment options suitable for target population.
• Skill in health curriculum development.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse cultures and socio-economic populations on various sensitive matters, developing health-centered service relationships with clients.
• Ability to provide clinical training to other nursing staff personnel and/or Phlebotomists.
• Dosage calculation for medication.
• Computer skills necessary to complete documentation utilizing appropriate automated system(s).

License:

Required:

• Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Licensed as an RN in the state of Texas.

Experience:

Preferred:

• One-three years' experience providing direct care for active substance abusers, mentally ill or developmentally or intellectually disabled individuals.

Workdays: As needed.

Workhours: As needed.

Salary: $45.58 - $58.12 an hour depending on licensure. Position is eligible for an additional 10% crisis stipend.

Position may be eligible for an additional shift differential pay.

• Second Shift: $3.25/hour.
• Third Shift: $7.25/hour.
• Weekend Shift: $8.00/hour.

Why join us: Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex or age.

For specific positions, additional compensation may be offered to candidates who are bilingual in English and another language deemed necessary for the role.
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