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Hamilton Center, Inc.

Registered Nurse - Mobile Crisis

Hamilton Center, Inc., Terre Haute, Indiana, us, 47808

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Base pay range: $38.00/hr – $38.00/hr

Position Summary The CCBHC Mobile Crisis RN will be part of a 24‑hour crisis stabilization hub that includes enhanced 24‑hour crisis services and a mobile crisis unit. The RN will provide physical and mental health care primarily in the Crisis Diversion Center while also being flexible to other locations such as Vigo County Outpatient or Inpatient Unit. The RN functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, in which patient care is prescribed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct and monitor the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)

Conduct admission assessments and reassessments according to policy and standards of care

Follow admission and discharge procedures

Work closely with law enforcement and community agencies to reduce the risk of emergency room and psychiatric hospitalization

Serve as a member of the Mobile Crisis team (Crisis Diversion Specialists, on‑call therapists, medical team)

Assist in connecting individuals to appropriate levels of care after stabilization

Obtain and transcribe licensed independent practitioner (LIP) orders for inpatient admission

Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team

Document in the patient’s record according to policy and procedure

Assist in identifying patient and family educational needs and provide teaching, especially related to physical issues

Provide daily information at shift change and treatment review/discharge meetings

Participate in continuous quality improvement activities as assigned

Complete safety plans and internal referrals after crisis stabilization

Implement crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations

Provide crisis assessments under supervision of the on‑call psychiatrist

Serve as a resource to Hamilton Center staff and community regarding available services, referral sources, and emergency detention procedures

Participate in cross‑training as assigned

Demonstrate competent use of the Electronic Medical Record

Answer inquiring phone calls, respond to requests for information/referral sources, and route calls appropriately

Review referrals from outside agencies for HCI’s inpatient unit and follow on‑call provider orders

Maintain high ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual relationships, and professional stature

Keep supervisor informed of potential crisis situations

Maintain basic computer skills in order to access client information or update records

Perform other duties as assigned

General Duties and Responsibilities

Assure the pursuance of customer relations, total quality management, and teamwork principles

Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policy and procedures

Maintain professional staff membership

Participate in unit staff meetings and continuing education activities to update current knowledge in nursing

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Knowledge and skills in nursing care, psychiatric illnesses, interpersonal dynamics, nursing process, assessment skills, treatment planning, case management, basic pharmacology, medication administration, routine medical equipment operation, crisis intervention techniques, and emergency care

Good written and verbal skills, record keeping, time management, and interviewing skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to function as a team member

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Valid driver’s license in accordance with HCI motor vehicle policy

Licensed by the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse

Maintain current and active RN license without lapse

Maintain American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification

Maintain TB screening certification

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Mental Health Care

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