Position: PRN Registered Nurse – Lighthouse Residential Treatment

Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager as part of an interdisciplinary team ensuring the provision of safe and high-quality medical and nursing care. The RN through nursing assessments communicates client needs to the medical providers and provides education to help clients meet their treatment goals.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Completes assessments as part of the admission process and throughout the client’s stay 
• Executes orders from the medical providers, including medication administration and assessments, documenting all care in the electronic client record (ECR) 
• Performs point of care testing, including obtaining urine specimens, and arranges transport to lab as ordered. 
• Provides individual and family counseling. 
• Participates in the development and delivery of educational curriculum on medical topics. 
• Supervises LPNs providing nursing care. 
• Administers medication as required by protocol. 
• Responds to crisis calls for assessment and pertinent intervention as needed. 
• Completes clinical documentation as required. 
• Ensures client care by providing support to the interdisciplinary team as needed, which includes coordinating care with outside providers and discharge planning. 
• Abides by all federal and state regulations and accreditation standards in the delivery of nursing care. 
• Maintains good working relationships with support networks, government resources, and community resources. 
• Maintains a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for clients
• Completes all agency-required training and continuing education required for license. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Experience/Certifications: 

• Valid and current state RN license 
• Minimum 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience. 
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, their indications, common side effects, and common medication interactions.  
• Knowledge of federal, state, and other applicable standards for clinical practice in assigned area(s). 
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance. 
• Must pass BCI check, all corporate compliance checks, and employment drug screen.  

Desired Experience/Certifications: 

• Psychiatric or addiction nursing experience preferred. 

Schedule: This is a PRN (as-needed) position with flexible shift opportunities, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on facility needs. 

Compensation Range: $36.00 - $43.00 DOE plus $2.00 shift differential for 3rd shift

Location: 4000 E Main St Whitehall, OH 43213