Registered Nurse (4801)

ncgCARE•Waynesville, NC

About The Position

Appalachian Community Services is seeking Registered Nurses to provide nursing care to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring developmental disabilities. The role involves applying nursing knowledge and skills, supporting consumers in addressing problems and building coping skills, and working with a multidisciplinary team. Nurses explain medications, treatment recommendations, and health instructions to consumers and families, maintain appropriate professional boundaries, and intervene to meet the needs of individuals and families. The position may also involve organizing and supervising the work of other professional and nonprofessional employees. The organization describes a supportive, mission-driven environment, with flexibility to shape schedules, support for maintaining a steady caseload, and opportunities for growth. Compensation is $42.62–$54.73 per hour, with placement based on licensure level, education, and experience. Employment is at-will and contingent on successful background checks and credential verification. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

North Carolina license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
Knowledge and skill in nursing theory, practices, principles, and techniques.
Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate oral and written instructions.
Ability to explain medical instructions to consumers and their families.
Knowledge of medications and the area of work.
Ability to gain patients’ confidence and work effectively with them.
Ability to set limits, maintain a helping role, and intervene appropriately to meet the needs of individuals and families.

Responsibilities

Assess and monitor consumer health needs, including mental health symptoms, medication effectiveness, and overall well-being.
Administer and manage medications, documenting accurately and following established nursing and organizational standards.
Collaborate with treatment team members to develop, implement, and support individualized consumer care plans.
Provide crisis intervention and therapeutic support, respond appropriately to consumer needs, promote stability, and connect individuals with resources and services.
Explain medications, treatment recommendations, and health-related instructions to consumers and families in a clear and understandable way.
Help consumers build life and coping skills while maintaining professional boundaries and providing appropriate interventions.
Work with individuals experiencing severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring developmental disabilities.
Work effectively with a multidisciplinary team and, as needed, organize and supervise the work of professional and nonprofessional employees.

Benefits

Consumer-driven health plan coverage through Anthem, including access through the Sydney app to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists 24/7.
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Two dental plan options through Delta Dental.
Vision plan through EyeMed.
Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for eligible childcare expenses.
Paid time off.
401(k) or Roth IRA retirement programs administered by Empower.
Financial planning and education services at no cost.
Voluntary supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, and short-term disability coverage.
Educational assistance, subject to position, hire date, and years of service.
Licensure Residency Program for full-time clinical staff.
Advancement and career development opportunities.