Psychiatric Nurse (Full-Time)

Full-time Psychiatric Nurse

We are seeking a Full-time Psychiatric Nurse to provide and assist team members in coordinating the behavioral and physical health care needs of program participants.

Other Responsibilities, but not all-inclusive:

• Complete health assessments for participants in the program.
• Maintain a record of medical and behavioral health history and ongoing medical and treatment records. Review all charts at least once a month to ensure medical needs are met and that documentation meets applicable standards.
• Consult with and assist team members regarding the development and implementation of the health care needs and goals.
• Negotiate the health care responsibilities of participants with provider agencies.
• Coordinate with team members' routine medical, vision, lab, psychiatric, and dental appointments. Ensure a mechanism for reporting and follow-up on results. May accompany the participant to an appointment when determined by the nurse in consultation with the team, and facilitate communication between the primary care physician (PCP) and psychiatrist.
• Attend team meetings regularly to review medications, emergency intervention plans, and response to treatment, and to review health care needs, participants' response to treatment, and coordinate scheduling appointments.
• Monitor participants' medication. Verify insurance coverage by calling the appropriate insurance provider and pharmacies as needed. Assist the psychiatrist in completing prior authorizations if needed.
• Participate in discharge planning for participants from acute or extended care facilities or forensic settings to provide continuity of medical, substance abuse, and psychiatric care.

Qualifications:

• Licensed RN/LPN in the State of PA.
• Prior experience in community mental health and/or substance abuse treatment settings.
• Knowledge of psychiatric clinical and psychosocial rehabilitation practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good writing and computer skills for documenting in an electronic health record.
• Team-oriented.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Must be available for scheduled emergency on-call service.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Frequent talking and listening.
• Will require crisis intervention in emergencies, including managing aggression.
• Must be available for local travel.
• Scheduling flexibility and possible on-call work are necessary.
• Will be required to report to work during emergencies, including inclement weather.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental, nine paid holidays, generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan, a tax-sheltered annuity, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement. To be considered an applicant for this position, please complete the pre-employment application by going to Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.