Nurse Supervisor (Temporary)

Casa Palmera is a nationally recognized sub-acute residential treatment center in San Diego, California offering drug rehabilitation, treatment for alcohol addiction as well as treatment for mood disorders and anxiety and trauma disorders. Casa Palmera is staffed with a diverse team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and nurses who work together to help each patient move forward within a caring community.

If you are looking for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of thought, and rewards passionate execution, you’ve come to the right place.  Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and reward those who serve them.

Compensation Range: $48-63 per hour

Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience

Our Offer to You! 

We are dedicated to empowering our employees with their professional and personal development by providing:   

• 401(k)
• Healthcare benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Weekly training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within the organization

The Nurse Supervisor supervises, heads and coordinates nursing activities and nursing personal. Is responsible for facility regulation compliance in relation to nursing for all facilities they are assigned to supervise. This Supervisor position will oversee and supervise nursing and will be a leader in the facility.                              

Responsibilities                                             

• Provide staff training in medication management and vitals upon hire
• Teach abuse prevention
• On call for med passes when there are call outs or no shows
• Pass medications when needed
• Stock and organize PRN meds
• Perform chart audits weekly
• Complete pharmacy audits monthly (with outside person)
• Complete medication error report
• Obtain admission and discharge orders from doctors
• Interface with pharmacy for issues/questions
• Foster open communication and working relationships with doctors
• Participation in treatment teams as medical representative
• Supervise all nursing staff and participate in 90-day and annual reviews
• Will be in charge of developing and maintaining the schedule for nursing
• Interface with medical referents upon admission and discharge preparation (i.e. PCP, NPs, etc.)
• Provide medical training to staff as needed
• Is responsible for orientating each resident to the treatment program, its requirements, intent, and routine.
• Greets and welcomes new patients within 24 hours of admission, or delegates task to nurse or medically trained staff member
• Directs patients in a clear, concise, and informative manner
• Enters appropriate documentation in the patient record after each treatment intervention.
• Contacts patient family members at the direction of the treatment team to set appointments or educate patients regarding status and/or progress.
• Is available during non-working hours for consultation.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the treatment team.
• Familiarizes self with the Philosophy, Mission, goals, and objectives of the Discovery SUD Program
• Additional responsibilities that are medical in nature deemed necessary by medical leadership or Program Directors.

This is a full-time temporary position that will work as the Night supervisor, 12 hour shifts, 3 days per week from 8am-8:30pm including some weekends.

For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at casapalmera.com.

• Must be a Nurse with current licensure in the state of employment
• Bachelors of Nursing preferred
• Two years’ experience with compliance and personnel management preferred
• Experience with adult SUD and psychiatric preferred

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.  

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.