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New Oakland Family Centers
Pontiac, MI, USA
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ShareNew Oakland Family Centers provides comprehensive mental health care for individuals of all ages and families across the state of Michigan in outpatient, partial hospital and crisis care settings. The mission of New Oakland Family Centers is to provide psychiatric treatment, therapeutic counseling and educational services of the highest quality to individuals and families by offering consistent and passionate support, being responsive to their needs and treating them with the utmost respect through active involvement in our communities. Position Details Schedule: Part-time; Shift-based schedule as determined by Crisis Services Director. One, 12.5 hour midnight shift from 7pm-7:30am, as determined by Crisis Director. *Please note that initial new hire training will be conducted during daytime hours at the assigned training location, consisting of 8.5-hour shifts from Monday to Friday. Completion of this training is required before beginning non-traditional shifts. Reports to: Director of Nursing / Director of Crisis Services / Supervisor of Nursing / Supervisor of Crisis Services / YFCC Shift Lead Compensation: Hourly Employee; $31-$3/hour. Commensurate with experience. Position Summary The Youth and Family Care Connection (YFCC) Registered Nurse role is a full-time position comprised of multiple duties related to New Oakland’s Youth and Family Care Connection. This position requires work in a stabilization unit and will require working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide the highest quality of care to consumers in an acute setting, open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Desired Skills Ability to assess situations, prioritize urgency, evaluate risks, and make timely, well-informed decisions in the best interest of the consumer and program. Strong crisis intervention skills, with the capacity to remain calm, think critically, and collaborate effectively in crisis situations. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to a team-based care approach. In-depth knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure compliance. Strong understanding of nursing practice standards, scope, and processes, including general and psychiatric nursing principles, practices, and techniques. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage effectively with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. Key Responsibilities Conduct nursing assessments upon admission to the Youth and Family Care Connection and ensure all documentation is completed in accordance with clinic policies and procedures. Conduct regular safety checks and ongoing monitoring of consumers in the unit, identifying and removing hazards, documenting findings as required, and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment, including handling biohazard cleanup as necessary. Ensure medication consents are in place and updated as needed, administer medications per physician orders, monitor usage, document effectiveness and any side effects, and provide medication education and screening for consumers as needed. Assist in the discharge planning process, including ensuring medication refills are provided. Maintain records of medication samples and OTC medications, including administration tracking; process daily medication refill requests; and monitor, replenish, and conduct monthly audits of first aid kits to ensure compliance. Document and submit all incident and restraint reports in compliance with clinic policies. Foster a safe, nurturing environment that promotes respect, diversity, acceptance, and compassion while maintaining professional and appropriate boundaries with clients and staff at all times. Adhere to all security and operational procedures while staying current with professional training requirements. Attend and participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative work environment. Exhibit a positive attitude toward learning and adaptability in a dynamic work environment. Demonstrate ability to accept constructive feedback, implement guidance, and show a willingness to grow and improve professionally. Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations. Working Conditions Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance in alignment with the Employee Handbook and be prepared for active engagement with clients. Employees are to work in an acute, locked-down crisis unit within a high-intensity crisis center environment with exposure to behavioral and medical events that could pose physical hazards. Employees are expected to actively engage with clients, including using approved CPI techniques or intervening in elopement situations when necessary May require prolonged periods of standing, moving and bending. Reasonable accommodations can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions as needed. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds as needed. Proficiency in using computers, phones, and office equipment for documentation and telehealth purposes is necessary. This includes but is not limited to Office 365 and Electronic Medical Record systems. Requirements Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred; non-baccalaureate candidates will be considered with commensurate experience. Active Michigan Registered Nurse License required. Minimum 1-2 years of prior nursing experience required. Previous psychiatric nursing experience preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be completed within 3 months of hire Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Benefits Training & Development
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