Registered Nurse (RN) - On-Call

Overview

Sound Behavioral Health is hiring an on-call nurse in King County to support outpatient clinic teams. The RN will evaluate clients' health care needs, monitor and/or administer medications, coordinate and track medical issues for clients, and refer or accompany clients to appropriate medical resources within and outside the agency.

Schedule: On Call. Location: This role will travel throughout King County as needed to provide nursing support at Sound Behavioral Health's outpatient clinics.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, record and communicate clients' behavior.
• Perform and document physical assessments as needed, per nursing protocols and during emergency situations.
• Develop consumer assessment and treatment plans related to medical needs.
• Monitor and/or administer all prescribed medical treatment, including medications.
• Promptly identify medication side effects and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Provide training for clients and team members regarding the use and effects of psychotropic medications.
• Participate in collection, processing and documentation of laboratory specimens as needed.
• Communicate with pharmacies to obtain prescribed medications.
• Maintain clean and well-stocked nursing area.
• Prepare and incorporate reports, summaries and progress notes into client charts.
• Participate in ongoing program development and assessment, including weekly meetings.
• Perform liaison duties with other agencies and secure resources on behalf of clients.
• Participate in team meetings, consultations, case presentations and in-service training.
• Make arrangements with clinicians for hospitalization of clients when indicated.
• Advocate for culturally relevant services from other service providers.
• Advocate for clients with community agencies and professionals, including health care providers and the criminal justice system.
• Develop knowledge base in physical disability, chronic illness and rehabilitation.
• Represent nursing services on Quality Assurance and related committees as requested.
• Provide training to newly hired nurses.
• Transport clients or deliver medications using own vehicle or organization vehicle in certain clinical programs.
• Complete all documentation as required.
• Maintain ethical and competent client and peer relationships.
• Comply with applicable federal, state and county laws and regulations and Sound policies and procedures.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with OSHA and organization-designated safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nurse practice laws.
• Ability to make independent medical decisions.
• Ability to initiate emergency medical treatment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of psychotropic medications.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Previous experience working with mental health conditions preferred.
• Valid Washington State license as Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Valid Washington driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Must pass criminal background checks.