Registered Nurse - Crisis Stabilization Unit

Under the general direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) and the RCSU RN Nurse Manager is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to meet the needs of patients in the Rapid Crisis Stabilization Unit (RCSU) (involuntary extended observation unit and voluntary crisis residential unit) according to the professional standards of nursing care.  The Registered Nurse assures that the philosophy, mission, objectives, policies and procedures of the RCSU and Community Healthcore are followed.  The RN is responsible for delivering quality patient care, delegates appropriately, demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with others in communication and problem resolution, and is sensitive to the needs of patients, families and fellow co-workers.  The position provides nursing care to individuals with a mental illness and/or a co-occurring substance use/abuse diagnosis along with individuals with a dual diagnosis of mental illness and intellectual or developmental disability. Duties include but are not limited to direct and indirect nursing care. The RN utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement and document nursing care provided to patients under the requirements of the Texas Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with nursing licensure standards and established policies and procedures of Community Healthcore.  The RN works to ensure the safety of patients, staff and visitors.