BH Link Registered Nurse (Part Time)
Company: Community Care Alliance
Location: East Providence
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description BH Link Registered Nurse (Part
Time; 24hours) East Providence, RI. Shifts available : Weekends
(Days, Evenings and Nights) The BH Link provides an innovative 24/7
alternative to the emergency room for adults around RI who are in
need of behavioral health crisis assessment and referral services.
The role of the Registered Nurse is to perform screening,
crisis-focused assessment, administer medication, and medically
monitor clients of BH Link. Roles and Responsibilities: Engage in
screening and risk assessment processes to identify appropriate
levels of care and crisis interventions. Facilitate triage and
safety assessment aligned with program policy and client-centered
readiness. Assess and monitor the psychiatric and medical needs of
clients seeking treatment. Perform medication administration,
medication reconciliation and collaborate with prescribers and
local pharmacy service, as indicated. Administer substance
detoxification protocols utilizing CIWA and COWS assessment tools
and facilitating initiation of protocol medication management.
Coordinate service delivery with daytime and on-call psychiatric
prescribers. Complete documentation per BH Link protocols.
Coordinate admissions with referral sources and engage in
interagency, interdisciplinary coordination of care. Participate in
interdisciplinary treatment planning and patient-centered advocacy.
Facilitate infectious disease precautions per program policy.
Facilitate community naloxone distribution and client education for
emergency naloxone use. Provide emergency medical interventions, as
needed. Activate and collaborate with local EMS. Secure and
maintain QMHP credentials within the first quarter of employment
(provided free of charge by CCA). Full time RN (required), Per Diem
RN (Recommended) Desired Skills: Ability to assess medical and
psychiatric needs of all clients admitted to the BH Link
Communication skills and rapport building with interdisciplinary
professionals Effective, informed and competent clinical
documentation Proficiency in facilitating verbal de-escalation
tools with clients and visitors who present to the treatment
facility Active participation in team collaboration with
professionalism and integrity Ability to multi-task and prioritize
effectively in fast-paced environments Multilingual professionals
are encouraged to apply Experience and Education: RI or Compact RN
license required, unencumbered Associates, Bachelors or Masters of
Science in Nursing 3 years (preferred) 1 years (considered)
experience working in healthcare setting Experience and active
interest in Psychiatric and Substance Treatment preferred though
not required To apply for this opening please visit our website
www.communitycareri.org and select "Careers" and then "Current
Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter
and resume. About Us Community Care Alliance provides an array of
services and supports that are linked together so people can access
help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members
of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better
informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.
Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual
orientation, age, national origin, or disability. Military friendly
employer!
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