Nurse

Program Description REACH is a system of supports for individuals (adults and youth) with developmental disabilities who are at risk of crisis. REACH offers 24/7 mobile crisis response, community crisis stabilization, residential crisis stabilization and crisis prevention services. The program also operates an adult transitional home. The homes are all located within Chesterfield County. In addition to the crisis services, REACH also provides system training and consultative support. RBHA operated REACH. Job Summary Provides nursing care and clinical support to individuals with behavioral health, developmental, substance use, and/or medical needs. Performs health assessments, administers medications and treatments, monitors client health status and response to care, maintains clinical documentation, and collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment teams to promote safe, effective, and coordinated care. Provides client education, supports continuity of care, and performs nursing functions consistent with applicable licensure, established clinical protocols, provider orders, and organizational policies and procedures. The level of clinical independence, complexity of assignments, and leadership responsibilities may vary based on position level, licensure, experience, and program needs Essential Duties And Responsibilities The essential duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Other duties may be assigned. Provides nursing care and clinical support in accordance with applicable standards of practice, scope of licensure, provider orders, and established policies and procedures.Administers medications, injections, and other prescribed treatments as appropriate within scope of practice; monitors and documents client response, medication adherence, effectiveness, and potential side effects.Conducts nursing and health assessments, obtains and monitors vital signs, evaluates client health status, and identifies changes or concerns requiring intervention, referral, or escalation.Performs or assists with clinical procedures and collection of laboratory specimens, as appropriate to the position and scope of practice.Maintains accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in electronic health records and other required systems.Collaborates with physicians, providers, clinicians, case managers, pharmacies, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate treatment and support continuity of care.Participates in treatment planning, interdisciplinary team meetings, admissions, discharges, and transitions of care as assigned.Educates clients regarding medications, health conditions, treatment recommendations, wellness practices, and other health-related needs.Responds to client health concerns and assists in determining appropriate nursing interventions or level of care within the scope of the position.Coordinates or assists with medication access, pharmacy communication, insurance-related needs, and other healthcare resources as appropriate.Monitors, orders, organizes, and maintains medications, medical supplies, and clinical equipment in accordance with established procedures.Maintains safe, organized, sanitary, and appropriately stocked clinical work areas.Supports crisis response, de-escalation, and other interventions necessary to maintain client and staff safety.Communicates significant changes in client condition, treatment response, or other clinical concerns to appropriate members of the treatment team.Adheres to applicable nursing standards, medication protocols, documentation requirements, safety practices, confidentiality requirements, and regulatory standards.Participates in quality improvement, staff development, training, and program initiatives as assigned.May provide clinical guidance, training, or support to other staff consistent with position level and organizational needs.Performs other duties as assigned