Nurse
Embark Behavioral Health
Summary
Hourly Pay: $45.00 - $48.00, DOE. Schedule: Weekends. Onsite, Part Time. Location: 63140 Dickey Rd, Bend, OR 97701.
Job description
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be responsible to care for medical emergencies and for the general medical support of our adolescent clients and be supported by an experienced leadership team, Clinical Director, Executive Director, and Administrative Team that are all focused on the mission to facilitate lasting positive change for young people and their families.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive medical care for students, including responding to medical emergencies and general health needs
- Promptly address reports of pain or illness with thorough student assessments
- Accompany students to medical appointments and communicate outcomes to parents and staff
- Check and record vital signs and weights as assigned
- Accurately dispense medications and maintain the Medication Administration Record
- Perform counting and tracking of narcotics every shift
- Monitor and document student mood, behavior, and affect, especially during medication changes
- Coordinate lab draws as needed
- Communicate relevant medical information to the Treatment Team and Psychiatrist
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA standards
- Complete all activities required to maintain an active Oregon nursing license
Qualifications
- Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Experience in mental health nursing, preferably in acute or residential settings
- Familiarity with psychiatric medications
- Crisis de-escalation skills; CPI training preferred
- Valid Oregon driver's license and clean driving record
- Ability to pass State and Federal background checks
- Strong teamwork skills combined with the ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
- Openness to feedback and commitment to ongoing professional development
- Proficiency in medical terminology, legal charting, and medication administration
- Skill in using nursing tools and equipment (stethoscopes, BP cuffs, thermometers, diagnostic tools, etc.)
- Ability to accurately assess physical conditions and document findings
- Basic computer skills, including word processing and navigating electronic systems
- Experience working with adolescents is a plus, but not required
Requirements
- Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Experience in mental health nursing, preferably in acute or residential settings
- Familiarity with psychiatric medications
- Crisis de-escalation skills; CPI training preferred
- Valid Oregon driver's license and clean driving record
- Ability to pass State and Federal background checks
- Strong teamwork skills combined with the ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
- Openness to feedback and commitment to ongoing professional development
- Proficiency in medical terminology, legal charting, and medication administration
- Skill in using nursing tools and equipment (stethoscopes, BP cuffs, thermometers, diagnostic tools, etc.)
- Ability to accurately assess physical conditions and document findings
- Basic computer skills, including word processing and navigating electronic systems
- Experience working with adolescents is a plus, but not required
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
Company overview
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading national network of behavioral health treatment centers specializing in comprehensive mental health care for adolescents and young adults. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the organization operates more than 30 outpatient centers and residential treatment programs across the United States. Embark offers a full continuum of evidence-based services including wilderness therapy, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and virtual counseling. The company is distinguished by its bold mission to reverse the trends of adolescent and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028. With over 25 years of specialized experience, Embark utilizes innovative therapeutic approaches like their CASA framework (Commitment, Acceptance, Security, and Attunement) to build healing bonds with patients and families. The organization serves thousands of clients annually through its nationwide network, providing personalized treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Embark accepts most major insurance plans and maintains accreditation from organizations including The Joint Commission, demonstrating its commitment to quality care standards.