Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Overview

NaphCare is partnering with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office to hire a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Jail Based Treatment Program that operates as a 30-bed adult specialized behavioral health unit at the Washoe County Detention Facility in Reno, NV.  The Jail-Based Treatment Program is supported by the SNAMHS and funded through the NV-DHHS Division of Public and Behavioral Health. 

 

The Jail-Based Treatment Program (JBTP) provides specialized behavioral health services for patients awaiting transfer to a state hospital for further psychiatric treatment. The unit is a therapeutic environment, providing intensive day treatment services. By providing patient-centered, evidenced-based, and holistic care, the JBTP seeks to eliminate the need for these patients to transfer to the state hospital or, at a minimum, to decrease their length of stay once hospitalized. The ultimate aim is to assist defendants in moving forward with their legal case and with their lives in a healthier place.

 

The ideal candidate has experience as a RN, in a mental health or correctional setting (e.g., psychiatric hospital; mental health clinic; jail/prison), and in working within a multidisciplinary team.

This RN position is specific to the THRIVE program which operates Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. NOTE: Actual shift and schedule will be determined based on candidate and program needs.

Responsibilities

The Psychiatric Registered Nurse (JBTP) is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions to facility residents that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Additional responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Serve as a contributing member of the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Assist in developing nursing protocols and procedures for the JBTP unit
• Conduct and document initial (or updates to existing) nursing assessments
• Conduct clinical rounds on the JBTP unit
• Conduct routine nursing care for JBTP patients (e.g., maintaining weights and vitals; daily triage/sick call; collect specimens, samples, and cultures; minor medical procedures, wound care, patient assessments, examinations and/or treatment, assisted showers, etc.)
• Respond to and initiate care for medical and mental health emergencies on the JBTP unit
• Initiate, administer, and document prescribed protocol including medication administrations
• Schedule, track, and facilitate medical sick calls to in-facility physicians
• Track laboratory and diagnostic procedure orders and results
• Conduct and document at least one psychoeducational group per week related to healthcare
• Completes nursing treatment summaries for discharge summaries
• Coordinate with facility health and correctional staff regarding patients’ mental and physical health care (e.g., Director of Nursing, Health Services Administrator, nursing and medical staff)
• Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Must hold a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Nevada

• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals and correctional staff
• Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

 

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

 

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities