Serenity Knolls, a beautiful Residential Treatment Center located in West Marin, seeking experienced RNs to provide nursing care and compassion to our clients. We are a 42-bed co-ed facility with 6 detox beds serving ages 18 and over. Serenity Knolls is a 12-step based, social model residential treatment center. The Knolls uniquely combines the traditional social model of care with contemporary cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and evidence-based practice.

Available Shift:  PRN as needed (min of 4 shifts/month)

Hourly Pay Range:  $52.00 - $55.00/hour

SERENITY KNOLLS HEALTH BENEFITS:

We provide a comprehensive package of benefits for our nurses. Current benefits include:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance 401(k) plan - with company matching Paid Holidays - PTO and Sick Time EAP program that includes employee and family counseling; financial assistance; life event preparation and more!​ Supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration. Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

 

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.

 

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

Compensation for roles at Serenity Knolls varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Serenity Knolls provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.

Role Location: California

Calculated Hourly Range for role $52.00 - $55.00 per hour

 

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