Behavioral Health Nurse- Afternoon/Evenings

Innovive Health • Iowa City, IA

7d

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Nurse provides direct patient care, including assessments and care plan development. The role manages a caseload and coordinates care across the clinical team, administers medications and treatments according to physician orders, and monitors patient progress to adjust care plans as needed. The nurse educates patients and caregivers on care and self-management, communicates with physicians and care teams to support continuity of care, and supervises and supports HHAs and LPNs. The position also requires accurate and timely documentation, including OASIS, visit notes, and orders, and compliance with policies, regulations, and HIPAA standards.

The role involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, and kneeling; continuous hand and finger use for fine motor tasks and equipment operation; occasional lifting or pushing of loads both under and over 25 pounds, including occasional patient transfers; and frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens and infectious materials.

Requirements

• Active RN license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Home health or related behavioral health clinical experience.
• Strong communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessments and care plan development.
• Manage a caseload and coordinate care across the clinical team.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on care and self-management.
• Communicate with physicians and care teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Supervise and support HHAs and LPNs.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including OASIS, visit notes, and orders.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and HIPAA standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed