Nurse LPN/RN Assertive Community Treatment/Outpatient Float at Compass Health Network

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $6,000 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!

The ACT/Outpatient Float Nurse is a member of a nursing team that provides direct nursing care to Psychiatry and Assisted Community Treatment Clinics. They may spend extended periods of time in one clinic to help balance off long-term absences (i.e., illness, holidays, maternity leave, etc.).

This position's hours will vary depending on need between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. This position will be based out of Columbia but will float to all Central region locations as needed. Central region includes Jefferson City, Eldon, Osage Beach, Camdenton, and Lebanon. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC
• Works with Director to identify staffing gaps between BH Clinics, ACT-ACT-TAY; rotates to fill gaps in assigned region
• Plan, organize and coordinate medication clinics
• Perform venipunctures, urinalysis, waived testing, and other procedures
• Stores and administers medications (to include injections) in accordance with the Medication Dispensation, Sample, and Patient Assistance Program Policies
• Provide patient education and instruction
• Screens telephone callers for appropriate referral/triage
• Maintain patients’ files, records, and other information
• Adheres to standard precautions, as appropriate, i.e., use protective barriers, handle, and dispose of infectious waste appropriately, proper hand washing
• Follow CLIA and OSHA regulations
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of unit facilities and equipment
• Monitor supply of laboratory stock and medical supplies, ensure supplies are ordered when necessary
• Serve as medical/nursing consultant to clinical services staff and persons served
• RN positions may serve roles within the clinic to support quality, safety, education, and compliance
• Assist in keeping quality & regulatory data records up to date
• Maintains BLS Certification
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor