Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Registered Nurse (2378)
About The Position
The Carolina Outreach team is looking for a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Psychiatric Nurse (RN) to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. In this pivotal role, you’ll play a hands-on part in transforming lives by delivering critical, community-based mental health services to individuals with complex needs. As an ACT Nurse, you’ll be at the heart of service delivery—partnering closely with clients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to ensure that every individual receives the care and support they need. You’ll oversee the medical and clinical components of treatment, blending your clinical expertise with a deep commitment to person-centered care. Each day, you’ll bring your clinical skills to life by managing medication monitoring, delivering psychopharmacologic care within your scope, and coordinating services that help clients thrive in their communities. You’ll respond to crises, support transitions into and out of care, and collaborate on individualized treatment plans. With your help, clients won’t just navigate the system—they’ll make meaningful progress toward stability and recovery.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse must be licensed to practice in NC by the Board of Nursing.
- A valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance is also required.
- Each ACT team member must complete DMH-approved ACTT training.
- Must demonstrate competence in providing ACT services prior to service provision.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and oversee all medical/clinical aspects of services delivered.
- Provide medication monitoring and documentation.
- Deliver psychopharmacologic and medical services within your scope of practice.
- Collaborate with ACT team members to monitor clinical status and response to treatment.
- Conduct crisis assessments, symptom management, and intervention planning.
- Provide individual counseling, substance abuse treatment, and psycho-educational support.
- Assist in creating transition plans when clients move in and out of services.
Benefits
- Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
- Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
- Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
- An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for child care.
- Generous paid time off
- 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
- Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
- Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
- Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
- Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
- Advancement and Career Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
