Registered Nurse II

• A valid CA Registered Nurse license.
• Basic Life Supprt (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.

Meet the Team! Riverside University Health System Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals including psychiatrists clinicians peer specialists and paraprofessionals RUHS-BH serves over 45000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs including Mental Health Services Substance Use Services and the Public Guardians Office address the diverse needs of our community.

At RUHS Behavioral Health youll join a compassionate innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth collaboration and meaningful impact.

If youre passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you! For more information please visit OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Within the full scope of the Nurse Practice Act assess plan organize and provide nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with physician instructions; make preliminary observations of and prepare patients for medical treatment.

Assist physicians in administering treatments and in performing medical examinations diagnostic tests and surgical operations.

As directed administer prescribed treatment and medications including dispensing as ordered to patients; chart treatment of patients and record and report significant changes in condition and general progress of patient.

Counsel and advise patients families and significant others regarding special medical problems and/or proper healthcare methods; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports.

Instruct patients in carrying out physicians orders; may transcribe physicians orders to working records.

May provide orientation and training to new staff residents medical students ROP and nursing students.

May participate in quality assurance reviews; may act as a team leader or relief charge nurse.

Assign and monitor the work of subordinate nursing personnel; participate in committee activities.

May triage patients by reviewing admission charts and merging patients into the patient assignment or clinic flow at the appropriate time and place.

May testify in court as to the clients mental and physical condition; may recommend initiatingconservatorshipinvestigations when assigned to the mental health setting.

May coordinate and monitor patients through the hospitalization process utilizing physicians primary care nurses and third-partypayorsto maintain quality care and fiscal responsibility.

May review the post hospital care plan with the patient/family establishing a contact regarding time frames and responsibilities; follow plan through a discharge.

Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be required for some positions.)

Experience: Completion of one year as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital mental health setting clinic outpatient setting or healthcare agency program. Experience gained as an Interim Permit Nurse may be credited toward meeting the required experience. Evaluations and references must show proficiency of practice as a Registered Nurse.

Knowledge of: Current principles techniques and procedures used in professional nursing; medical terminology and patient care routine appropriate to clinical setting; medical instruments and equipment; the uses and effects of medicines and narcotics; community resources available to provide patient care and follow-up; federal state and local laws and regulations governing professional aspects of nursing; identification of potential discharge needs;payorsource documentation requirements and governmental regulations affecting reimbursement.

Ability to: Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities in a patient care setting; plan and organize nursing plans for patients; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians patients and co-workers; assist in the instruction of entry-level nurses and ancillary personnel; evaluate the medical records of hospital admissions; provide recommendations regarding continued stay necessity; identify discharge needs.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Public Health Nurses must possess and maintain a Public Health Nurse certificate within six months of hire.

Possession of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates issued by the American Heart Association.

Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.

For more information regarding this position please contact the recruiter Denise DeCamp at or via email at .

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.