Team Nurse (RN) (Behavioral Health Services)

Job Overview We are seeking a new PACT Registered Nurse for our Program for Assertive Treatment (PACT) teams to provide treatment to adults with persistent mental illness. The PACT Registered Nurse will work on an interdisciplinary team of nurses, clinicians, and outreach workers to assist those in need in the community. The PACT Registered Nurse will work under the supervision of the Lead Nurse to conduct psychiatric assessments in addition to physical health needs in order to provide holistic nursing services. The PACT Registered Nurse will be responsible for making appropriate referrals to community physicians, providing management and administration of medication in addition to providing a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services. Responsibilities Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing case management for an assigned group of persons served, including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team. Conducting a comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g., onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health. Providing ongoing assessment, problem solving, side‑by‑side services, skill training, supervision, and environmental adaptations to assist persons served with activities of daily living. Benefits A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan. First‑rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open to all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance. Employer‑paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long‑Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!). Employer‑paid Short‑Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short‑Term disability insurance. Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care). Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance. Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year. 11 Paid Holidays. 10 Sick Days per year. 3 Personal Days per year. Educational Assistance and Remission Programs. $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap. Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more. About Us Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community‑based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self‑determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly‑trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. Qualifications Two years experience in a mental health setting. Valid RN in Massachusetts required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Strong clinical and crisis intervention skills, competency in the use of formal and informal assessment tools and practices. Ability to work independently as well as a part of a multi‑disciplinary team. Must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months. Additionally, this position requires a fully insured vehicle that you will use in the course of your daily work. You must be willing to transport clients in your vehicle. Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi‑state background, professional licensure and driving record check. Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and PACT Module Training within 3 months of hire. Pay Range USD $87,000.00 - USD $87,000.00 / Yr. Equal Employment Opportunity Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vinfen