Psychiatric Registered Nurse (North Shore)

CENTRAL OUTREACH WELLNESS CENTER LLC•Pittsburgh, PA

5d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The role of the Psych Registered Nurse is to assess and speak to patients about their condition and discuss the best way to plan and deliver their care. Build relationships with patients to encourage trust while listening to and interpreting their needs and concerns.

Requirements

Active Registered Nursing License
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Certification
CPR certification
Strong communication skills with both professionals and patients from all demographics
Ability to work in a fast paced and, at times, excited atmosphere
Emphasis on HARM reduction
Trauma-informed Non-judgmental approach to patient care
Technical skills with required office equipment
Completely understand the healthcare privacy laws as outlined in HIPAA
LGBTQ+ cultural competency
Ability to adapt to a work environment that is constantly changing and not always structured.
Punctuality and impeccable attendance
Patience and great attention to detail
Ability to collaborate with a large clinical team
Ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to psychiatric patients
Provide psychological support to patients and their families
Conduct individual and group psychoeducation, including patients’ support systems
Review charts
Monitor patient progress and document changes to behavior or health
Monitor adherence to treatment regimens
Administer medications or treatments as directed
Take patient vitals and perform injections for patients when needed
Crisis assessment and planning
Triage incoming calls from patients and the call center
Collaborate with physicians and advanced practice providers, therapists, and other members of behavioral health and medical teams on psychiatric intervention plans
Support providers with any assigned duties, i.e., prescription refills, prior authorizations, etc.
Document in the electronic health record (EHR)
Monitor patients’ lab results and notify prescribers of urgent concerns to coordinate treatment and care ASAP
Review and explain lab results to patients.
Collaborate with the lab to ensure results reported to the state and local health departments properly
Receive and respond to patient email inquiries regarding different medical services
Complete letters for patients to return to work
Understand and Educate patients on HARM reduction techniques.
Assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.
All other duties as assigned.