Registered Nurse_RN or Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN PRN

Cooper RiisAsheville, NC, US

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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.

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