Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children’s Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse reports to the Program Director and will provide direct nursing support to the clients at the First Street Center Campus as well as education to the Treatment Team, to the clients, and to families of clients (as appropriate) in many areas, with special attention given to the role of psychotropic medications.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide high-quality nursing services to clients living with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and dual diagnosis. Services include but are not limited to medication education and support (scheduled, walk-in, individual, groups, and crisis intervention), consultation with Psychiatrist and physicians regarding clients and medication adjustments, facilitation of blood draw for labs as ordered, assistance with medical treatments/procedures as prescribed.
2. Per authority of license, administer medications to patients, chart appropriate records, review medicine orders regularly, obtain appropriate physician approval, and coordinate with pharmacy as need.
3. Responsible for the monitoring and observation of client medications; administration of prescribed injections; and tracking of prescribed medication and dispensing as appropriate.
4. Order supplies and check delivery; stock and maintain inventory.
5. Assume responsibility for general client care and assist with medical treatment.
6. Transport clients to doctors’ appointments and laboratories for tests (as needed).
7. Conduct individual medication education, crisis intervention and pre-care coverage.
8. Consult with physicians regarding patients and medication adjustments.
9. Participate in carrying out individual and group treatment for clients as part of the treatment team and encourage client participation in treatment activities.
10. Visit clients in their homes, board and care facilities, or in other community placement locations to carry out prescribed treatment plans.
11. Provide services to enhance clients’ development of self-reliance in daily living and independent living skills.
12. Observe client’s behavior and physical condition, report significant changes to treatment team, and document client progress.
13. Support psychiatrist or nurse practitioner with capturing and recording vitals, allergies, and medication allergies. Assist with administration of medications, including hypodermic injections. Coordinate with pharmacies to obtain and/or deliver medications for clients and provide medication education.
14. Prepare and maintain a variety of records and prepare reports including documenting services to meet all clinical program and state requirements, including Short-Doyle/Medi-Cal requirements.
15. Consistently meet program performance standards including a service impact of 45%, sign and submit documentation goals, and attainment of 40 hours of job-related in-service training per year.
16. Exercise sound judgment when providing client services, prioritize safety, manage time efficiently to meet deadlines, and respond quickly/effectively in emergencies or pressured situations to support de-escalation.
17. Will drive on agency business and transport clients as needed.
18. Physical presence at the programs is required.
19. Follow Turning Point’s attendance/punctuality, paid time off (PTO), meal and rest break period policies and procedures.
20. Attend daily team check-in meetings, weekly one-on-one meetings with Supervisor, and critical bi-monthly meetings including staff meetings, and high risk resource team (HRRT) meetings. Provide effective and thorough feedback regarding client health and medication engagement, progress, barriers, and needs.
21. Provide the Assistant Program Director and Program Director with timely reports on any unusual occurrences that might impact the overall program operation or the health and safety of clients or employees.
22. Communicate closely, in a systematic fashion, with agencies and significant others involved in the rehabilitation of clients.
23. Adhere to reporting requirements for incidents of Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Adult Abuse, Dependent Adult Abuse, and Tarasoff warnings per California reporting laws.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Technician or Licensed Vocational Nurse as issued by the State of California.
2. Supplemental college course work in behavioral or social sciences, and one year of experience performing duties comparable to a Mental Health Worker or related nursing experience, preferred.
3. Knowledge of basic concepts of mental illness and behavioral health including the physical, emotional and social needs of individuals living with severe mental illness.
4. Certified training in emergency first aid procedures including C.P.R, preferred.
5. Knowledge of fundamentals of psychiatric and mental health nursing care.
6. Knowledge of basic medical and psychiatric terminology.
7. Knowledge of principles and techniques involved in the care and treatment of individuals or groups of mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, severe mental illness (SMI), dual-diagnosis
8. Knowledge of contra-indications, side effects and signs of medication complications.
9. Ability to apply routine psychiatric/medical nursing care to client with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Dual-Diagnosis.
10. Recognize symptoms indicative of adverse patient reactions.
11. Knowledge of record-keeping procedures related to client charts.
12. Analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
13. Participate in treatment programs for patients.
14. Understand and follow written and oral directions.
15. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
16. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
17. Work independently in proving coverage at outreach locations or providing patient supervision assistance.
18. Ability to operate within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
19. Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
20. Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws. Agency insurer authorization is required. 
21. Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, general physical, and TB test.
22. Ability to pass a criminal background check.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR BILINGUAL SKILL

1. Communicate effectively in written and spoken Spanish.
2. Required ability to communicate effectively with monolingual Spanish speaking clients and families for all clinical purposes.
3. Assist with phone calls for Spanish speaking clients.
4. Required to provide language translations for case managers and Physicians on a periodic basis.
5. Minimal adequate competency in the Spanish language as evidenced by successful passage of the TPOCC Spanish Competency Test.
6. Other translation tasks as required.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Pay Range: 
  • Monolingual: Class 150 ($25.78- $33.93/hour)
  • Bilingual: Class 155 ($27.10- $35.66/hour)
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund and many other voluntary benefits
• Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Regular work schedule (Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm)

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 ), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.