What You'll Do:

We are hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor COE who assesses consumers and documents pertinent information including Triage, Behavioral Health, Physical Health, and/or Substance Abuse issues. Demonstrates knowledge of Crisis Intervention and the ability to de-escalate potentially aggressive situations and will provide education to consumers and their families regarding Behavioral Health diagnosis, medications, and treatments.

• Assigned to the court ordered evaluation (COE) unit and demonstrates a fundamental understanding of COE and court ordered treatment (COT) processes in alignment with A.R.S. Title 36.
• Provides leadership for the shift assigned to create and maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu. Ensures all RN and LPN responsibilities are met and abide by company policy. Performs all essential functions of a Registered Nurse as needed.
• Assists Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing with the implementation of new policies/procedures and collection of necessary data for reporting (Infection Control, incidents/Medication Errors, Injuries, and Staffing issues). Actively assesses work area for non-compliance issues, makes corrections as appropriate and notifies Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing of identified concerns.
• Oversees the management, delivery, and coordination of nursing care on the inpatient unit.
• Responsible for the assessment, planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care and nursing services.  Collaborates with other members of the Multidisciplinary team to keep a smooth flow of admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Ensures coverage for an RN/LPN call-offs for the oncoming shift.  Reports lack of coverage to Nurse Manager. Ensures all Nursing staff on their shift remain in compliance with required trainings.
• Utilizes de-escalation procedures and theories to assist in providing a safe milieu. Utilizes skills effectively to describe and demonstrate roles and responsibilities relative to safety. Review seclusion/restraint packet and assist with their corrections.
• Completes reviews and audits of staff documentation to determine compliance with JCHAO and OMFL standards.
• Work schedule to include regular 12-hour shifts with an additional 4 hours for administrative and leadership related activities.
• Supervises staff on the inpatient unit.  
• Assists with employment actions including selection, onboarding, training, and coaching of nursing staff.
• Provides ongoing performance evaluations and notes each evaluation on supervisory discussion log. 
• Performs all other duties as assigned.  

What You'll Bring:

• Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program (BSN or higher)
• 4 or more years of psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant nursing experience, particularly providing behavioral health services to adults over the age of 65, individuals with substance abuse, individuals who are seriously mentally ill, individuals who have co-occurring disorder, and/or individuals who may be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence
• 1-2 years of leadership experience
• Unrestricted license as Registered Nurse through the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
• Demonstrated high-level performer with ability to lead processes and projects
• Demonstrated proficiency: Microsoft Office Software, Electronic Health Records, Internet Browsers, and Searches
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and respect for cultural, lifestyle, age, gender, and sexual orientation diversities of clients and staff; apply knowledge of age, gender, and multi-cultural counseling skills
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

It would be great if you had:

• At least 2 additional yeas of crisis psychiatric nursing experience
• Familiarity with Court Ordered Treatment process
• 1 year experience working in court ordered evaluation (COE) and court ordered treatment (COT) setting
• Certified training (CPR First Aid, therapeutic options, etc.)
• Spanish language proficiency

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan 

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.