Nurse-RN (23579)

Northern Rivers Family of Services•Queensbury, NY

54d•$36 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

$5,000 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.

Requirements

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 driver's license required

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 program’s 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.