Nurse-RN (23579)

$5000 retention bonus to full-time new hires!

As an ACT Registered Nurse you will examine patients having mental disorders or substance abuse problems and provide therapeutic care suited for the patients. You will be responsible for overseeing their mental health needs as well as helping them receive basic preventive care and treatment of medical needs. You will report to the Director of ACT Licensed Mental Health Professional and work onsite and in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain clinical records on all patients seen in a manner consistent with confidentiality of health care records guidelines and department regulations protocol.
• Conduct face-to-face assessments with client and collaterals and maintain corresponding clinical documentation pertaining to these sessions/assessments.
• Provide instruction guidance psychoeducation or in-service training to ACT teams and patients as appropriate and directed by Director.
• Serve as the point of contact for primary care providers pharmacies and additional medical service providers ensuring the patient is receiving appropriate care.
• Work in collaboration with the Nurse Practitioner and Licensed Practical Nurse for the ACT program as needed in regards to patient care and treatment.
• Support treatment planning and medication needs of all clients.
• Participate in daily team meetings.
• Compile a routine medical inventory checklist staying in communication with the Director on programs medical needs.
• Administer injectable medications for clients enrolled in the ACT program overseen by the Nurse Practitioner and Director.
• Lead in the organization of maintaining medications creating medication boxes and aid in medication distribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• An individual currently licensed to practice as a registered professional nurse issued by NYSED
• 2 years of nursing experience in psychiatric pediatric or community health settings
• Valid NYS drivers license required

Benefits

• Health care package: medical dental and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services we work together to make a difference in our clients lives. Northern Rivers empowers children adults and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds not because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.