Registered Nurse_RN or Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse- RN or Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN PRN

Exciting Opportunity for Seasoned and New Nurses! We welcome applications from recent graduates who hold a valid North Carolina license, or a compact state license. Start your professional journey with us—we’re excited to help you grow!

CooperRiis: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health Recovery

CooperRiis is a voluntary residential mental health treatment facility that does not provide detox services. We take a holistic approach to care, emphasizing the health and wellness of both our residents and our staff.

Our philosophy centers on respecting the autonomy of each individual, fostering a sense of community, and using a strength-based model to support mental health recovery. We believe that healing is most effective when people feel empowered, connected, and supported.

Our Nursing Team plays a vital role in this journey. They have the time and space to build meaningful relationships with residents, offer personalized education, and provide individualized support throughout the recovery process.

Location: Asheville, NC

Flexible Scheduling That Fits Your Life

We offer PRN coverage with a variety of shift options:

• Day shift: 7:30am – 4:00pm (Mon–Thurs)

• Evening shift: 2:30pm – 11:00pm (Mon–Thurs)

• Overnight shift: 10:30pm – 8:00am (Mon–Thurs)

• Weekend Day shift: 7:30am – 8:00pm (Fri–Sun)

• Weekend evening shift: 7:30pm – 8:00am (Fri–Sun)

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan with a company match
• Free Meals
• PSLF qualifying workplace

Pay:

• LPN starting at $26.50 - $31.00 per hour based on experience
• RN starting at $29.00 - $34.00 per hour based on experience
• Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts

Responsibilities:

• Developing individualized care plans with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, therapists and other health care professionals
• Educating residents about mental health conditions and treatment plans, including coping strategies, self-care techniques, medications and supplements, and medication compliance.
• Take vital signs daily and perform nursing assessment
• Provide basic first aid when necessary
• Administer medications as prescribed by the psychiatrist and monitor patients for side effects and responses to these medications.
• Weekly packing of medications with residents, and to determine eligibility for resident self-administration of medications
• Assesses residents with physical and mental health complaints and collaborate with the on-site physician for follow up actions
• Administer random breathalyzer and urine drug screening
• Provides crisis intervention and assists with hospitalization when necessary
• Communicate with Integrative Health Specialist regarding supplements, dietary concerns, and additional weight monitoring
• Responds to crises, using de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral emergencies and ensure patient safety
• Maintains accurate and detailed resident records

Qualifications:

• RN or LPN NC or compact license
• Previous psychiatric experience preferred

*CooperRiis is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*CooperRiis is a therapeutic healing community located in Asheville, North Carolina. We are a Smoke/Drug/Alcohol Free Facility.