Residential Nurse - Diversion Bed Program
Residential Nurse - Diversion Bed Program
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Job Description
Residential Nurse Diversion Bed Program
Location: Cape Girardeau MO
FullTime NonExempt: MondayFriday 7:00 AM 3:30 PM. Requires participation in weekend oncall rotation (typically via phone however may require reporting onsite).
Base Pay: $22.77 $25.07 (LPN); $27.52 $29.92/hour (RN) Dependent upon previous Relevant Psychiatric Experience
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- LPN or RN Nursing license required
- LPN: Preferred two years of relevant experience
- Must be knowledgeable in psychotropic medications psychopathology and counseling methods
- Valid Drivers License for current State of residence must meet agency MVR Standards and proof of continuous current auto insurance
Please note the Diversion Bed Program is set to open early Summer 2025; however we are wanting to fill this position and begin training at our other adult residential sites prior to the program opening.
Job Summary:
Responsible for providing direct therapeutic and consultative psychiatric nursing duties; coordination and provision of medication administration; medication consultation and education to clients and family members; case consultation for clients residing in Adult Residential settings; participate in a rotating weekend oncall rotation.
Job Duties:
Medication Administration and Management
- Prepare and administer medications to residents per provider orders review new orders and coordinate with pharmacies for delivery.
- Conduct monthly medication reviews with pharmacists secure physician orders for new admissions and manage medication storage and disposal according to policies.
Client Education and Support
- Provide client education on medications monitor for side effects and teach medication management skills to residents preparing for independent living.
- Promptly respond to client medication inquiries needs problems or side effects in an effective manner consistent with practice standards.
Medical Coordination
- Track annual exams for residents (i.e. physical hearing dental TB test eye exam etc. and coordinate the scheduling of annual exams or other appointments as necessary.
- Administer PPD (TB) tests and injections according to physicians orders and monitor lab levels in consultation with physicians caseworkers and residents.
Screenings and Tests
- Coordinate metabolic screenings including testing lipid profile with glucose and HgbA1C in conjunction with Health Care Home.
Documentation and Compliance
- Document according to clinical policies and procedures DMH CARF and any other federal or state program per agency standards.
Training and Supervision
- Receive training to become a Level 1 Medication Aide (L1MA) instructor and assist as needed in teaching and/or completing observations with residential staff identified for certification.
Additional Duties
- Coordinate the packing and removal of sharps with Stericycle perform any duties related to either medical or psychiatric services within your scope of practice as requested by your supervisor and work in other adult residential settings as needed.
The Agency:
Community Counseling Center (CCC) Your Behavioral Health Wellness Resource is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our fivecounty catchment area.
Our Mission:
To provide and support personal growth wellness and improved quality of life through the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and families residing in Bollinger Cape Girardeau Madison Perry and Ste. Genevieve counties in Missouri.
Our Vision:
To create a diverse and inclusive behavioral healthcare system where individuals and families can readily access mental health and substance use services feel welcome accepted and leave services with hope and improved quality of life.
Commitment to Inclusion:
We believe that an inclusive workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse customer base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races ethnicities genders sexual orientations abilities religions socioeconomic backgrounds etc. Through inclusive hiring practices unbiased selection processes and ongoing training we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to best meet the needs of our clients and communities.
Our Benefits:
- 24 Paid Days Off Your First Year get a day off for your birthday!
- Seven Paid Holidays
- Competitive Health Dental Vision and Supplemental Insurance
- Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance
- Retirement AutoEnrollment
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Approved Site
- Employee Referral Program
- Much More!
Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions etc. please contact to speak with us about your needs.
Employment Type
Full-Time
