Psychiatric Nurse

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Psychiatric Nurse

$125,331.56 - $152,338.89 Annually

Closing Date: Continuous

$20,000 hiring bonus**, AND additional possible premiums based on location and hours!

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurses to join our team in the Department of Health Services' Behavioral Health Division. As a psychiatric nurse, you will be part of a 24-hour multidisciplinary team in the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and play a critical role in providing specialized care to those in our community experiencing psychiatric emergencies. Some of the key responsibilities are:

•  Observing clients and collaborating with primary care providers and other medical professionals to ensure continuity of care

•  Assisting in maintaining client safety through regular safety checks

•  Supporting clients with daily living activities, including meal preparation and other skills

•  Administering medications and providing medication education to clients

•  Taking and documenting vital signs and maintaining accurate and up-to-date client charts

•  Providing crisis intervention and de-escalation, using seclusion and restraint as necessary

Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse (RN). RN license must be maintained as a condition of employment in this classification. Possession of current CPR and First Aid certifications is desirable.

The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) has multiple full-time and part-time Psychiatric Nurse positions, which may include evening, night, and holiday shifts. Employees assigned to work in the CSU receive an additional five percent (5%) premium pay for each hour or portion of an hour worked on-site  Please note that the facility assignment premium is subject to change through the standard labor negotiation process.

In addition to the CSU premium, employees working evening and night shifts are eligible for extra compensation as follows:

•  Evening Zone (2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.): 5% premium of the base hourly rate for each eligible hour worked.

•  Night Zone (10:00 p.m. – end of assigned shift): 10% premium of the base hourly rate for each eligible hour worked.

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Hiring Incentive** - (Prorated based on FTE) The Department of Health Services is currently offering a $20,000 signing bonus paid over three installments during the first two years of service

•  Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

•  Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year

• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options

•  Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits

•  Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security

•  Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment

•  Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

If you are passionate about providing quality psychiatric nursing care and want to make a positive impact on individuals experiencing mental health crises, we encourage you to apply!

Learn more and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/4963494/psychiatric-nurse

**Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position level and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.