Registered Nurse RN - PACT

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Nurse?

PACT (Program for Assertive Community Treatment) is a service delivery model with the primary goal of recovery through community treatment. Its target population is those with challenging and persistent mental health issues. The PACT model is characterized by a team approach, shared caseload, time-unlimited services, flexible service delivery, and 24/7 crisis availability. Nurses on our PACT team work closely with clients to administer medications, to provide education about prescriptions and general health needs, and to develop a treatment plan that reflects the clients' goals. When possible, nurses will also coordinate with clients' families or social supports to help position clients for success. Training, continuing medical education, and regular supervision are provided as part of this position. The weekly schedule for this role is Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, with required participation in the evening & weekend call rotation (approximately 1 week on call every two months).

Nurse duties may include:

• administering medications (including injections) and monitoring clients' symptoms & response to medication
• counseling clients & their families about medications and treatment
• completing nursing assessments and monitoring for adverse conditions prior to administering any medication
• participating in collaborative treatment planning for each client, and offering expertise regarding nursing and medical concerns when needed
• assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
• promoting and guiding infection control efforts
• completing all clinical documentation in timely and thorough manner

Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing
• Registered Nurse license in Washington State
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You

Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Financial incentives to further employee education

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We v alue the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department gladly offers accommodations and assistance for the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing
• Registered Nurse license in Washington State
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance