Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Registered Nurse (RN) – Adolescent Behavioral Health
Location: Petaluma, CA
Schedule: Monday-Wednesday & Friday | 7:30 AM-6:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay: $65.00-$70.00 per hour
Make a Difference Every Day
Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our residential treatment team in Petaluma. We provide evidence-based mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents ages 12-17 in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
As an RN, you will play a key role in ensuring the medical safety and well-being of our clients while collaborating with psychiatrists, therapists, and multidisciplinary treatment teams to deliver exceptional care.
What You'll Do
- Complete nursing assessments and medical screenings for new admissions.
- Assess, monitor, and document clients' medical conditions throughout treatment.
- Administer medications safely while monitoring effectiveness and potential side effects.
- Maintain medication inventory, storage, controlled substance logs, and documentation in compliance with California regulations.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists regarding medication management and treatment planning.
- Coordinate medical appointments, laboratory testing, and specialty referrals.
- Educate clients and families on medications, wellness, and health-related topics.
- Administer TB testing and other required health screenings.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records and nursing documentation.
- Order and maintain medical supplies and equipment.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies while maintaining a therapeutic environment.
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, Title 22 regulations, and organizational policies.
At Muir Wood, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who share a passion for helping adolescents and families heal while building a rewarding career in behavioral health.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Ability to successfully complete DOJ/FBI background clearance.
- TB clearance and pre-employment health screening.
- Excellent clinical assessment, medication administration, and documentation skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and sound clinical judgment.
- Must be able to work the assigned schedule: Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 AM-6:00 PM.
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) or more years of RN experience.
- Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, residential treatment, adolescent health, pediatrics, or substance use treatment.
- Experience with psychiatric medication management.
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR).
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis intervention.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform nursing duties throughout the shift.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to respond quickly during emergencies.
Required Training
- Meet California Title 22 Personnel Requirements.
- Complete required onboarding and annual training (paid by Muir Wood).