RN

Company: Integrea Community Mental Health Systems
Location: Opelika
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description *This position has a sign-on bonus of $5,000 along with a $500 referral fee for other LPN/RNs you refer for the company* Hourly rate: $28-$38/hr Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides clinical leadership and coordination of medical care across Integrea’s residential programs. This role ensures high-quality, person-centered nursing services are delivered in compliance with medical standards and regulatory guidelines. The RN oversees comprehensive health planning, supports interdisciplinary treatment teams, and plays a critical role in helping consumers maintain stability, independence, and safety in the community. Key Responsibilities: Clinical and Medical Oversight Conduct nursing assessments and develop individualized health care recommendations related to medical, dietary, hygiene, and behavioral needs. Monitor the medical condition of consumers across residential programs, ensuring timely response to acute and chronic health concerns. Collaborate regularly with physicians, psychiatrists, pharmacists, and the Director of Nursing on care coordination. Review vitals, weight, seizure records, and other critical health indicators. Oversee infection control procedures and emergency medical readiness (e.g., kits, protocols). Medication Management Administer medications and ensure accurate implementation of all physician orders. Accept and document verbal/phone orders in accordance with policy; ensure physician signature follow-up. Prepare and audit Medication Administration Records (MARs) monthly and for all new admissions. Monitor and inventory all medications for proper storage, labeling, and expiration tracking. Educate consumers, families, and MAC/LPN staff on medication safety and side effects. Team and Consumer Support Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and team meetings to support placement stability and health outcomes. Provide direct care guidance and medical support to residential staff, especially in situations involving medically fragile or behaviorally complex individuals. Offer individual and group health education to consumers and their families, covering topics such as nutrition, sexual health, hygiene, and self-care. Documentation and Compliance Maintain up-to-date nursing notes, incident reports, and health-related documentation in compliance with agency policy and licensure standards. Ensure timely scheduling and follow-up for all medical, dental, and psychiatric appointments. Support ongoing licensure audits, accreditation readiness, and internal quality improvement initiatives. Training and Mentorship Mentor and train LPNs and MAC-certified staff to ensure safe, consistent, and effective delivery of medication and health services. Lead or participate in in-service trainings and team education related to psychotropic medications, chronic conditions, infection control, and trauma-informed care. Qualifications: Current RN license in the State of Alabama Nursing degree from an accredited institution. Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience (behavioral health or community-based care preferred) Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHR systems Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally competent, and recovery-focused care Strong clinical judgment, documentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently across multiple sites.

Keywords: Integrea Community Mental Health Systems, East Point , RN, Healthcare , Opelika, Georgia