Registered Nurse OMH- Community Based
About The Position
The MMST Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing and psychiatric support to assigned clients experiencing homelessness. The role participates in treatment planning, monitors and documents client responses, maintains accurate medical records, conducts medical histories and assessments, and delivers group education. The RN coordinates incident reporting, responds to medical and psychiatric emergencies, communicates client status to physicians and care teams, and provides in-service training to staff. Clinical activities and documentation must comply with applicable county and state regulatory requirements. The position is performed in person and requires some travel within Suffolk County. The employee must meet the role’s physical requirements, including prolonged sitting, standing, or walking; operating standard office equipment; reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching as needed; and lifting up to 50 pounds. FREE will provide reasonable accommodations where required, provided they do not cause undue hardship.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in nursing.
- Valid New York State Registered Nurse license.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to satisfy the criteria to be an agency driver.
- Ability to establish positive working relationships with colleagues, management, clinicians, external providers, and other stakeholders.
- Proficient computer skills and ability to learn and use various applications.
- Ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keep others informed, and anticipate needs.
- Efficiency, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Experience with the mental health and homeless population.
- Knowledge of OMH, DOH, and OASAS regulations.
Responsibilities
- Participate in meetings and conferences regarding diagnosis and treatment plans for assigned clients.
- Obtain clients’ medical histories and assist with specialized therapeutic treatments as ordered by a physician.
- Maintain documentation of clinic visits and clients’ medical progress.
- Notify the physician and relatives in case of an emergency.
- Coordinate incident reporting and ensure reports are documented according to Suffolk County DOH and NYS OMH regulations.
- Deliver group therapy and education sessions using tools such as films and visual aids on topics including hygiene, personal grooming, family planning, and diet and weight management.
- Coordinate with other programs and departments to ensure quality care.
- Complete client assessments to determine appropriate levels of care and identify immediate needs.
- Assist clients in accessing community resources.
- Provide emergency medical and psychiatric care to clients as needed.
- Provide medical in-service programs for staff, which may include first aid, pharmacology, and discussions of specific diseases.
- Report non-medical issues to the Clinic Director and medical or psychiatric issues to the Medical Director and/or Clinical Psychiatrist.
- Complete and process required paper and electronic documentation accurately, promptly, and in accordance with quality and compliance requirements.
- Communicate respectfully with the people supported, supervisors, colleagues, and community members.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FREE policies.
- Complete required safety training, follow safety policies, report unsafe conditions, and help prevent accidents and health or safety risks.
- Coordinate, support, attend, and participate in required events, meetings, reviews, and committees, including those outside standard working hours.
- Meet job requirements, maintain compliance, and follow FREE’s ethical standards, Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
