Crisis Services Nurse - Part-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting nursing assessments for admissions to withdrawal management and crisis residential programs, as well as transfers to inpatient psychiatric units.
• Performing medication administration, point-of-care testing, and managing medical documentation.
• Supporting clinical staff with assessment, treatment planning, and emergency response activities.
• Facilitating medication-related groups and assisting clients with medication self-administration.
• Collaborating with team members to ensure continuity of care and referring clients to appropriate resources.

Qualifications

• A current Illinois RN license.
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• At least two years of nursing experience, with preferred experience in crisis psychiatric nursing and substance use management.
• Knowledge of psychiatric and substance use nursing practices, social factors, and local health resources.
• Skills in documentation, communication, teamwork, and operating medical and computer equipment.

Additional Details

This part-time, overnight position offers competitive pay, comprehensive training, and benefits including paid holidays, leave, sick time, and a pension-eligible plan. The role involves working on an alternating schedule, some holidays, and participation in emergency response activities.