RN-Osage Hills/East Tulsa Office
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Works as part of a multidisciplinary team with a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) model. Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for helping consumers by performing in all clinic areas including, but not limited to, vitals, urine drug screens, tele-psychiatry, nurse line, refills, and administration of medications. Will participate in Suboxone inductions and Spravato. Demonstrates knowledge of co-occurring disorders and appropriate interventions. POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Understand and adhere to CCBHC standards, including its history, philosophy, structure, and purpose. Apply best-practice treatment models for SMI, co-occurring disorders, and trauma. Facilitate client connections and assist with billing under CCBHC standards. Review clinic schedules daily and monitor chat rooms for walk-in clients needing vitals. Perform and document vitals according to protocol; report abnormal results to providers. Review provider schedules daily for UDS appointments and monitor chat rooms for clients needing UDS. Document all UDS results per protocol. Conduct and document vitals, prepare clients for tele-psychiatry sessions, assist with documentation, and sanitize office areas between clients. Verify lab orders in client charts, perform lab draws with aseptic technique, and process them daily according to protocol. Document all lab draws. Conduct vitals, verify injection details, administer injections, observe effects, and communicate with providers. Schedule subsequent injections and document all actions. Administer Clinic Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) for suboxone induction, conduct vitals, observe medication effects, and communicate with providers. Document all Suboxone or Spravato administrations. Assess live calls/messages for medication needs, including refills, scheduling, side effects, and prior authorizations. Respond to messages by 3:00 pm the same day; return calls after 3:00 pm by noon the next day. Document all interactions per protocol. Review prescription program for refill requests, process refills per protocol, handle controlled medications with provider approval, and notify clients of refill status. Document all refill requests. Review and complete prior authorization forms, notify clients of approvals/denials, and document actions accordingly. Assume supervisory duties as directed by Nurse Manager, conduct monthly checks of AED and Emergency Medication Kits, dispose of outdated medications, and provide guidance to CNA, RMA, CMA, and LPN staff. Complete daily charting, maintain team communication, store mobile devices during work hours, coordinate with Nurse Manager before leaving, and assist with in-building and in-office emergencies. Maintain cleanliness, stock supplies, attend training events, and assist with medication education. Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisors. PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES: Provide a Range of Stabilization and Medical Support Services Properly Administer Medication and Medication Education Execution of Nurse Duties
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Required
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Ability to administer Clinic Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) is required. Ability to work with the public Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with agency employees. Ability to maintain a professional manner at all times and ability to maintain confidentiality. Must possess a driver's license and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Ability to document activities, write reports, business correspondence and procedure manual. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, clients, customers and the general public. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with colleagues, clients, client’s families, public and third party payer personnel. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with clients with mental illness and or substance abuse is preferred. Requires knowledge of professional nursing practice care techniques and medical procedures, medical supplies, sanitation and personal hygiene; and of nutrition. Skills in planning, organizing, and applying nursing care techniques working with clients with mental illness and co-occurring disorders. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Oklahoma
Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Proof of automobile insurance required.