Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health - Day Shift 8:30am-5:00pm
The ACT Nurse is part of an Assertive Community Treatment team that provides mental health services directly to our members; within that team, the nurse will assess patients, administer medication, and provide education for the patient. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Visits members at their homes or in the community to assess medical and psychosocial needs. Provides services according to nursing standards and monitors clinical status and response to treatment. Provides consultation to the clinical team regarding members' medical issues. Serves as a resource for the clinical team on general medical issues. Works closely with all consulting psychiatrists and medical doctors as assigned. This may include but is not limited to: medication administration, scheduling appointments, and coordinating care as indicated by the members' service plans. Provides education about available resources or options available to the members and assist in the application process. Advocates and assists with problem-solving to help the client access support from their community and/or family. Works cooperatively with inpatient hospital staff, keeping logs and other records of all contacts as required by agency practice. Performs and participates in crisis intervention when necessary. May be required to be on call for emergency response coverage. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of nursing required. Licensed Registered Nurse required. REQUIREMENTS Daily access to a personal vehicle. Current and valid driver's license. Willingness to provide transportation to members of the program. Experience working with persons diagnosed with mental illness preferred. Computer skills required, including knowledge of database functions and maintenance Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of: $100,000 per person bodily injury $300,000 per accident $100,000 property damage WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive Pay - $81,000.00 - $87,000.00 annual salary Generous Paid Time Office Policy (Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days) 4 Medical Insurance Plans Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 403(b) with 3% employer match Mileage Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness