Overview
We're not just behavioral health people—we're crisis people.
Connections has built a model that combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment that gets people connected to community-based resources and back to their lives faster. Our aim is for solutions, not just stop-gaps. Real support, not restriction. We have proven that our model improves access, creates hope and makes the behavioral health crisis system work better, and we're finding better ways to do it every day.
Our story
Originally founded by two emergency room psychiatrists, Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, Connections Health Solutions brings 30 years of experience serving individuals in crisis and operates two of the nation's largest and most studied crisis response centers and is currently expanding to more states. Since opening our doors, we have provided care and treatment for hundreds of thousands of individuals in crisis.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
The Charge Nurse oversees the operation, organization, and flow of recipients through the unit; including but not limited to, delegating nursing assignments, overseeing admissions, transfers, and discharges. Demonstrates knowledge of Crisis Intervention and can de-escalate potentially aggressive situations. Assists with training and orientation of new staff and oversees assigned duties of staff and documentation to meet JCAHO and OMFL standards.
- RN responsibilities are met and abides 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 and notifies Nurse Manager and/or Director of Nursing of identified concerns.
- Monitors the observation, inpatient unit, and the lobby area to coordinate care and safety issues with the Lead BHS. 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.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What You'll Bring:
- Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program
- At least 3-5 years of psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant experience.
- At least 1-2 years of managerial experience
- Unrestricted license as Registered Nurse through the Washington State Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege
- American Heart Association BLS
- Must be able to obtain a Food Handlers Card for the State of Washington (BHS/RSS positions)
- 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:
- Previous emergency room or crisis psychiatric care experience
- Familiarity with Court Ordered Treatment process.
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
What We Offer:
- 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)
- Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
- Online Subscription to Headspace, a digital mindfulness and meditation platform
- After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan with company match (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation after 6 months)
- Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
The typical hiring range for this role in Washington is $61.50 - $71.00 per hour.
EEO Statement
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.