Staff Today Inc. (STI) is currently seeking a Charge Registered Nurse to work at a Behavioral Health Center in Evanston, Wyoming.

Job Details:

• 7:00 AM-7:30 PM (nurses are on a 3 on 3 off rotation)

• 7:00 PM-7:30 AM (nurses are on a 3 on 3 off rotation)

Position Type : Direct Placement

Benefits:

• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Paid holidays

• State retirement plan,

• Deferred compensation plan, and longevity pay.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervision of nursing staff, directing the nursing staff.

• Give and receive high quality, in-depth reports, asking questions to ensure the ability to assume care of the patient load. Complete CNA shift assignment sheets.

• Round on all patients during the first hour of shift (face to face contact with the nurse to patient interaction).

• Attend and play an active role in team meetings, staff meetings, treatment planning, admissions, discharges, etc.

• Perform all active treatment interventions as stated in each patient's treatment plan and document towards interventions performed.

• Utilize good judgment and appropriate decision-making skills especially during a critical incident.

• Ensure CNA's are completing their delegated duties and documenting appropriately in AVATAR.

• Ensure staff members are following a 15-minute check policy and 1:1 orders.

• Perform all admissions and discharges during shift.

• Complete all charting and assessments as appropriate per the WSH charting policy.

• Ensure all patients receive quality nursing care, such as managing aggressive behaviors, observing for secondary health problems, monitoring for changes in physical/mental status, monitoring food/fluid I&O, administering medications/treatments, wound care, maintains -indwelling tubes, inserts and cares for catheters, provides respiratory treatments and tracheostomy suctioning/care, etc.

• Assists in the management of patient's unsafe behaviors utilizing MANDT and verbal de-escalation techniques to provide a safe environment for all. Expected to maintain professional boundaries with patients.

• Performs administrative duties including creating CNA schedules, maintaining adequate supplies, and informing staff of changes to the protocol.

• Demonstrates flexibility, able to prioritize and adapt during emergencies.

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of principles of nursing and management processes.

• Knowledge of the medical diagnosis and treatment of patient care using nursing diagnosis.

• Knowledge of the organization, planning, and team building.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public health nursing.

• Knowledge of human service management to include supervisory techniques, methods, and standards.

Physical Working Conditions:

• Lift/transfer patients to different positions.

• Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.

• Restrain clients for treatments, climb stairs to patient homes, drive long distances.

• Work evenings, nights, and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (typically in Nursing)

• 1-2 years of progressive experience under nursing license

• A valid and current RN license issued by the state of Wyoming

• A valid and current CPR card

• Proficiency in the English language is necessary for communication with other staff and patients. RN must be able to communicate effectively in oral and written English

OR

• 4-6 years of progressive experience under nursing license

• A valid and current RN license issued by the state of Wyoming

• A valid and current CPR card

• Proficiency in the English language is necessary for communication with other staff and patients. RN must be able to communicate effectively in oral and written English

If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Staff Today Inc. at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Brittney Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability