Overnight Part Time Registered Nurse - RN
Cooper Riis
Summary
Exciting Opportunity for Seasoned and New Nurses! We welcome applications from recent graduates who hold a valid North Carolina license, or a compact state license. Start your professional journey with us—we're excited to help you grow!
Job description
Overnight Part Time Registered Nurse - RN
Exciting Opportunity for Seasoned and New Nurses! We welcome applications from recent graduates who hold a valid North Carolina license, or a compact state license. Start your professional journey with us—we're excited to help you grow!
CooperRiis: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health Recovery
CooperRiis is a voluntary residential mental health treatment facility that does not provide detox services. We take a holistic approach to care, emphasizing the health and wellness of both our residents and our staff.
Our philosophy centers on respecting the autonomy of each individual, fostering a sense of community, and using a strength-based model to support mental health recovery. We believe that healing is most effective when people feel empowered, connected, and supported.
Our Nursing Team plays a vital role in this journey. They have the time and space to build meaningful relationships with residents, offer personalized education, and provide individualized support throughout the recovery process.
Location
Asheville, NC
Schedule
- Friday - Sunday 7:30 pm - 8:00 am
Responsibilities
- Developing individualized care plans with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, therapists and other health care professionals
- Educating residents about mental health conditions and treatment plans, including coping strategies, self-care techniques, medications and supplements, and medication compliance.
- Take vital signs daily and perform nursing assessment
- Provide basic first aid when necessary
- Administer medications as prescribed by the psychiatrist and monitor patients for side effects and responses to these medications.
- Weekly packing of medications with residents, and to determine eligibility for resident self-administration of medications
- Assesses residents with physical and mental health complaints and collaborate with the on-site physician for follow up actions
- Administer random breathalyzer and urine drug screening
- Provides crisis intervention and assists with hospitalization when necessary
- Communicate with Integrative Health Specialist regarding supplements, dietary concerns, and additional weight monitoring
- Responds to crises, using de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral emergencies and ensure patient safety
- Maintains accurate and detailed resident records
Qualifications
- RN NC or compact license
- Previous psychiatric experience preferred
Requirements
- RN NC or compact license
- Previous psychiatric experience preferred
Benefits
- Retirement Plan with company match
- Free Meals
- PSLF qualifying workplace
Company overview
Cooper Riis is a specialized mental health care organization focused on providing comprehensive residential treatment services for individuals with mental health challenges. The organization operates as a therapeutic community that emphasizes holistic healing and recovery-oriented care. Cooper Riis offers a structured residential environment where clients receive personalized treatment plans combining clinical therapy, psychiatric care, and supportive community living. Their approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic modalities with practical life skills development, creating a nurturing environment for long-term recovery. The organization is known for its commitment to treating the whole person rather than just symptoms, addressing emotional, psychological, and social aspects of mental health. Cooper Riis serves individuals dealing with various mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other complex psychiatric needs. Their treatment philosophy emphasizes empowerment, self-discovery, and building meaningful connections within a supportive community setting. The organization represents a distinctive model in mental health care that bridges clinical treatment with residential community support.