Nurse - Residential Unit - Part time (11596)

About the role

CarePoint Response, Inc. (CPR) is Baltimore’s comprehensive behavioral health crisis response system. Since 1992, we have provided compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Our mission is to provide timely, effective, and person-centered behavioral health crisis response services in the least restrictive environment.

Responsibilities

• Nursing Care and Monitoring
• Complete nursing assessments and provide ongoing monitoring within the LPN scope of practice.
• Perform physical and behavioral health assessments and identify changes in client condition.
• Promptly communicate significant findings to the Registered Nurse, licensed provider, and treatment team.
• Monitor client responses to treatment and support positive health and recovery outcomes.
• Medication Administration and Treatment
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders, organizational policies, and the Maryland Nurse Practice Act.
• Monitor clients for medication effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions.
• Follow medication safety protocols and promptly report clinical concerns.
• Care Coordination and Client Education
• Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, therapists, peer support specialists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Support the implementation of individualized treatment and discharge plans.
• Educate clients and families about medications, treatment plans, wellness strategies, and community resources within the LPN scope of practice.
• Crisis Response and Safety
• Respond appropriately to medical and behavioral health crises using established emergency protocols.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
• Follow infection prevention, risk management, and medication safety procedures.
• Demonstrate professionalism and sound clinical judgment during urgent or challenging situations.
• Documentation and Compliance
• Complete accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic health record.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, Maryland Board of Nursing standards, accreditation requirements, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, staff meetings, required training, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Education and Licensure
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Maryland.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience
• Two years of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric care, crisis intervention, withdrawal management, residential treatment, or substance use disorder services is strongly preferred.
• Skills And Competencies
• Strong medication administration and client-monitoring skills.
• Ability to recognize and communicate changes in client condition.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Accurate and timely clinical documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Sound judgment and ethical decision-making.
• Ability to remain calm and effective during crisis situations.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centered care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for most available medical plans, providing substantial savings and comprehensive coverage for employees.
• Additional benefits include Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a 403(b) Retirement Plan, and generous Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Leave.
• Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities.
• Collaborative, Interdisciplinary Team Environment.
• Meaningful Work That Changes Lives.