Mental Health Systems

RN (Lead Registered Nurse)

Mental Health Systems$80K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse in California required.
  • Valid CA driver's license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.
  • Preferred experience in mental health or substance abuse services.
  • Required understanding of cultural competency; bilingual preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Document client interactions promptly and accurately to meet contractual obligations.
  • Collaborate with the treatment team for medication management and emergency responses.
  • Dispense prescribed medication and assist psychiatrist with administration and evaluations.
  • Oversee nursing policies, procedures, and act as liaison with the program psychiatrist.
  • Provide shift coverage and contribute to the on-call team when necessary.
  • Deliver field-based client services as needed according to program demands.
  • Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of client care.

Benefits

  • Participation in program meetings and leadership involvement.
  • Opportunity to supervise nursing staff and assist program management.
  • Flexible responsibilities and varied duties adaptable to client needs.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY

Provide operational oversight of nursing and provide direct client care including physical health monitoring. In the absence of a nurse, administer medications, assess symptoms, and evaluate patient progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services.
• In collaboration with the treatment team, participates in the organization and management of medication coaching and delivery to clients, as well as integrating medication administration into treatment plans. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol.
• Oversee nursing policies, procedures, audits and liaison with program psychiatrist.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client's care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.
• Assist Program Manager with day-to-day operations and supervise nursing staff.
• Act as a member of the leadership team and maintains program integrity.
• Transport clients in program or personal vehicle, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Licensed Registered Nurse in California required.
• Valid CA driver's license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance abuse services preferred.
• Cultural competency understanding required. Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

☒ Seeing ☒ Hearing

☒ Speaking ☒ Stooping/Bending

☒ Working in cramped spaces ☒ Moving around facility

☒ Moving between offices/clients ☒ Driving - light errands
• Climbing ☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items
• Driving - in the course of job duties • Using hands/fingers
• Pushing/pulling/dragging items ☒ Standing for long periods

☒ Sitting for long periods • Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn't a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Mental Health Systems

Mental Health Systems (MHS) is a non-profit organization that provides mental health and substance abuse services to individuals and families in California. The organization was founded in 1978 and has since expanded to serve over 60,000 individuals annually through its various programs and services. MHS operates over 80 programs across the state, including crisis intervention, residential treatment, outpatient services, and more. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to those in need, regardless of their ability to pay.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1978

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