Registered Nurse - IRTS

***The expected salary range for this position is based on several factors including market, funding, candidates experience level, skills, training, and related knowledge. Our ranges are developed and published as good faith estimates for the position.***

Starting Salary Range:

• Associates Degree in Nursing: $86,575- $91,299 ($41.62 - $43.89 per hour)

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing: $88,674 - $93,398 ($42.63 - $44.90 per hour)

• Master's Degree in Nursing: $89,674.00 - $94,398 ($43.11 - $45.38 per hour)

RADIAS Health is hiring a Registered Nurse to join our Carlson Drake Intensive Residential Support Services (IRTS) program located in Bloomington, Minnesota. The IRTS program provides recovery-oriented, evidence-based treatment and rehabilitative services for 12-16 adults struggling with acute symptoms of mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use disorders.

The Registered Nurse provides professional, quality program services to the clients served by Radias Health IRTS and works with other members of the team to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining an optimum quality of life consistent with client needs and preferences. Under the general supervision of the Treatment Director, this position functions as an integral part of the treatment team and works in conjunction with Mental Health Professionals, Certified Peer Specialists, and Mental Health Therapists. The role of the Registered Nurse is to promote the physical and mental health of clients at Carlson Drake House. This position is to provide clinical oversight to staff and monitor, educate, coach and instruct clients as needed. This position also includes maintaining regular contact with other medical and psychiatric professionals in the community to help ensure continuity of care for the clients.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm, 9 am - 5 pm (preferred shift), or 10 am - 6 pm

**This position works onsite at our Carlson Drake IRTS located in Bloomington, Minnesota**

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete initial Nursing Assessment on all residents.
• Keep appropriate records and do necessary charting as required.
• Write and update medical/medication policies as needed.
• Supervise all aspects of medication administration.
• Train staff (unlicensed medication personnel) on medication procedures and provide training on the facility’s nursing needs (i.e. blood pressure, pulse, etc.)
• Provide in services as needed.
• Supervise residents on self-medication.
• Work with therapists and all other staff in supervising residents’ transition in medication level changes.
• Perform DISCUS exams.
• Meet regularly for supervision with Treatment Director.
• Write referrals for medical visits/psychiatric visits.
• Make doctor appointments, doctor calls and all medical orders.
• Order all medications and supplies for nursing needs.
• Teach residents about their medications.
• Treat medical problems requiring nursing judgments and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Be available for on-call hours.
• Transcribe all physicians’ orders on the Physician Order Sheets.
• Check medication sheet monthly.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Treatment Director.
• Communicate resident medical needs/concerns to their respective physicians.
• Administer all Parenteral Medications.
• Review all medication errors and narcotic off counts.
• Arrange for biohazard disposal, medication audits and lab tests.
• Responsible for medication destruction (with Pharmacist for narcotics).
• Coordinate OSHA regulation requirements.
• Maintains familiarity and compliance with applicable Minnesota Statues or rules, including, but not limited to DHS variance that regulates Crisis facilities, MDH SLF (Class A), MS 253B, Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults, Duty to Warn, Minnesota Data Practices Act.

Requirements

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
• Preferred: bachelor's degree and experience in inpatient, outpatient, or community psychiatric setting.
• Must have car, auto insurance, and valid driver

Benefits

• 4 weeks PTO first year of employment
• Casual dress code
• 12 holidays
• Medical (complementary access to NICE healthcare, a free primary care), dental, vision, life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and Loan Repayment
• Reimbursement for professional licensure fees
• Routine supervision from a Mental Health Professional, with access to licensure supervision opportunities