Registered Nurse (RN), ACT - Per Diem (24792)

Registered Nurse, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) - PER DIEM

Per Diem Schedule: Monday - Friday during normal business hours with a minimum commitment of 8 hours per week

As an ACT Registered Nurse, you will assess patients with mental disorders and provide medical care and medication management for patients in your care. You will be responsible for ensuring that patients have access to basic preventative care and treatment of mental health and medical needs. You will report to the Director of ACT, Licensed Professional, and work onsite and in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain clinical records on all patients seen in a manner consistent with confidentiality of health care records guidelines and department regulations protocol.
• Support treatment planning and medication needs of all clients.
• Administer injectable medications for clients enrolled in the ACT program, overseen by the Nurse Practitioner and Director.
• Conduct face-to-face assessments with client and collaterals and maintain corresponding clinical documentation pertaining to these sessions/assessments.
• Serve as the point of contact for primary care providers, pharmacies and additional medical service providers ensuring the patient is receiving appropriate care.
• Work in collaboration with the Nurse Practitioner and Licensed Practical Nurse for the ACT program as needed in regards to patient care and treatment.
• Participate in daily team meetings.
• Compile a routine medical inventory checklist, staying in communication with the Director on program's medical needs.
• Lead in the organization of maintaining medications, creating medication boxes, and aid in medication distribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• An individual currently licensed to practice as a registered professional nurse issued by NYSED
• 2+ years of nursing experience in psychiatric, pediatric, or community health settings
• Valid NYS driver's license required

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.