RN - PROS

Access Supports•New Windsor, NY

1d•$40•Onsite

About The Position

The PROS team works collaboratively in a dynamic, person-centered, evidence-based program that provides a broad range of services to adults with mental illness to help them achieve goals for work, education, relationships, socialization, living, and health and wellness. Other team members include a program director, psychiatrist, recovery counselors, employment specialists, mental health counselors, graduate student interns, and clinical and administrative support staff. The RN serves as the health expert on the team helping to integrate medical and psychiatric care.

Requirements

NYS license and current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse
Excellent computer, writing and oral communication skills essential.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of mental illness and psychotropic medications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct health assessments to determine health related problems and areas of focus
Counsel participants individually and in groups on medical self-care
Develop and lead health education classes on topics such as diabetes, heart disease, substance use, asthma, nutrition, wellness, smoking cessation, and medication self-management
Administer injections and assist with medication packaging to improve adherence
Coordinate laboratory services and reports
Refer to and maintain contact with primary care providers
Document all services and progress notes in electronic health record
Order and store medical supplies
Attend clinical and administrative team meetings
Other duties as assigned