RN Leader - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center

About the Role

At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity. Join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and prioritizes client care needs based on client history and nursing assessment.
• Performs client triage, assessments, and monitors for symptoms of acute withdrawal and/or symptoms of intoxication and the client's response to intervention and treatment.
• Closely monitors clients during administration of medications.
• Ensures medication schedule is timely and adheres to unit policy and protocol.
• Completes required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Able to deliver shift-to-shift report and communication that supports consistent client follow-up.
• Completes nursing treatment plan that comprehensively endorses client needs and available resources.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.
• Takes direction from immediate supervisor and operates in a shift leadership role as part of a multi-disciplinary team/program.
• Understands the unique needs of the homeless population within a fast-paced, community-based care setting.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• State RN licensure.
• CPR-BLS certification required; certification in addictions or psychiatric nursing a plus.
• Previous relevant work experience in detoxification programs or emergency departments is preferred.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.
• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

• Wednesday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Benefits

• Eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work.
• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, transit, and childcare.