REGISTERED NURSE

Job Posting Title

REGISTERED NURSE (ACT/ACT PLUS)

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a key member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) / ACT Plus multidisciplinary team and is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care and clinical support to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and complex healthcare needs. The RN delivers community-based nursing services that support recovery, rehabilitation, health maintenance, medication management, and independent living.

Working collaboratively with behavioral health professionals, medical providers, families, and community partners, the Registered Nurse promotes holistic, person-centered care that enhances participant health, stability, recovery, and quality of life.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB AND ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS

Direct Duties

Clinical Assessment & Nursing Care

• Conducts comprehensive psychiatric, clinical, and physical health assessments.
• Evaluates participant health needs and develops nursing interventions to support treatment goals.
• Monitors participant physical and behavioral health status.
• Provides direct nursing care and health-related services in community and office-based settings.
• Assesses participants for changes in physical, psychiatric, and behavioral conditions.
• Identifies actual or potential health concerns and communicates findings appropriately.
• Maintains accurate clinical documentation and nursing records.

Medication Management

• Administers and manages medications and prescribed treatments.
• Provides medication education to participants and families.
• Monitors medication effectiveness, side effects, and adherence.
• Administers injections and other ordered treatments as prescribed.
• Maintains medication inventories and ensures proper storage, handling, and documentation.
• Ensures compliance with medication administration regulations and standards.
• Coordinates prescription refills and medication-related services with pharmacies and providers.

Community-Based Services & Recovery Support

• Provides community-based nursing and support services to participants.
• Delivers in-home services including:
  • Medication training
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) training
  • Home management support
  • Health education
• Supports participants in achieving recovery, wellness, and independent living goals.
• Promotes self-management of health conditions and treatment adherence.
• Assists participants in navigating healthcare systems and accessing services.

Health Education & Counseling

• Educates participants regarding:
  • Mental health conditions
  • Physical health conditions
  • Medications
  • Disease prevention
  • Wellness practices
  • Recovery strategies
• Provides supportive counseling and encouragement.
• Assists participants in understanding treatment recommendations and healthcare plans.
• Provides consultation and support to family members and caregivers.

Crisis Intervention & Care Coordination

• Coordinates emergency and crisis intervention services when necessary.
• Assesses urgent clinical situations and initiates appropriate interventions.
• Participates in crisis prevention and response planning.
• Coordinates medical and behavioral healthcare services.
• Ensures follow-through on medical appointments, treatments, and provider recommendations.
• Communicates treatment changes and significant clinical information to team members and providers.
• Participates in on-call responsibilities as assigned.

Other Responsibilities

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

• Participates in treatment planning meetings and interdisciplinary case conferences.
• Collaborates with psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, peer specialists, and other providers.
• Contributes nursing expertise to individualized treatment plans.
• Supports person-centered, recovery-oriented service delivery.

Resource Coordination & Advocacy

• Assists participants in accessing healthcare, housing, employment, and community resources.
• Coordinates referrals and linkages to external healthcare and support services.
• Advocates on behalf of participants to improve access to services and supports.
• Supports participant rights, self-determination, and community integration.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensures compliance with:
  • Nursing practice standards
  • Licensing requirements
  • Medication regulations
  • Agency policies
  • Behavioral health standards
• Supports infection prevention and disease control activities.
• Maintains relationships with:
  • Medical providers
  • Pharmacies
  • Hospitals
  • Ancillary healthcare services
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and program development.

Staff Training & Support

• Provides consultation, support, and education to interdisciplinary team members.
• Trains and supervises unlicensed staff regarding health-related procedures and care standards.
• Promotes safe and effective healthcare practices throughout the program.

ADHERE TO AND FOLLOW

• The By-Laws of the Corporation and as set forth in the Articles of Incorporation.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

Required

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Delaware.
• Successful completion of required background investigations and security clearances.
• Pre-employment Tuberculin Skin Test (TB Screening).
• CPR Certification.

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience.
• Experience working in:
  • Behavioral Health
  • Community Mental Health
  • Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Substance Use Treatment
  • Integrated Healthcare Settings

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Delaware Registered Nurse License.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to maintain security clearance requirements, including Delaware Department of Correction approval where applicable.

Required Skills

• Strong nursing assessment and clinical intervention skills.
• Knowledge of psychiatric and physical health conditions.
• Strong medication management and patient education skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently within community settings.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Effective crisis intervention and de-escalation abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care principles.

Job Competencies

Communication

Communicates complex clinical information effectively, professionally, and compassionately with participants, families, providers, and team members.

Critical Reasoning

Applies sound clinical judgment to assess situations, identify concerns, and develop appropriate interventions.

Clinical Knowledge

Demonstrates expertise in behavioral health nursing, medication management, assessment, and evidence-based clinical practices.

Adaptability

Effectively manages changing priorities, evolving participant needs, and dynamic community-based work environments.

Stress Tolerance

Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment during emergencies, crises, and high-pressure situations.

Problem Solving

Identifies healthcare, treatment, and service barriers while implementing effective solutions and interventions.

Care Coordination

Coordinates participant care across multiple providers, agencies, and service systems to improve overall outcomes.

Recovery-Oriented Practice

Promotes recovery, independence, wellness, and participant-centered care through a strengths-based approach.

Ethical Practice

Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to nursing standards and regulations.

Network Functions

Vehicle Requirements

• Current driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Reliable transportation for community-based service delivery.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area to participant residences, provider offices, and community locations.

Equipment/Machines

Equipment Operations

• Telephone
• Cellular phone
• Computer
• Copier
• Fax machine
• Calculator
• Medical equipment and assessment tools

Computer Software Applications

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Medication Management Systems
• Clinical Documentation Systems
• Agency-specific software applications

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, walking, and driving for extended periods.
• Providing community-based healthcare services in participant homes and community locations.
• Reaching, bending, lifting, stooping, twisting, and climbing stairs.
• Conducting nursing assessments and interventions in varied environments.
• Responding to emergencies and crisis situations.

Lifting Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Community-based behavioral health settings.
• Participant homes and residential environments.
• Office and clinic settings.
• Healthcare facilities and provider offices.
• Multiple service locations throughout Delaware.

ACCIDENT, HEALTH HAZARD AND SECURITY KNOWLEDGE

• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Right-To-Know
• HIPAA
• Infection Prevention & Control
• Medication Safety Standards
• Fire and Safety Regulations
• Workplace Safety Procedures
• Emergency Response Protocols

General Requirements

• Maintain and abide by OSHA requirements and guidelines.
• Observe all Fire and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Observe all Fiscal, Office, Human Resources, and Personnel Policies and Procedures.
• Observe all Agency Policies and Procedures.
• Observe all HIPAA Policies and maintain confidentiality.
• Attend all required trainings, meetings, certifications, and professional development activities.
• Maintain active nursing licensure and certifications.
• Support person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented care practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and sound clinical judgment at all times.

Drug-Free Workplace Statement

Apis Services maintains a drug-free workplace. Employees may be required to participate in drug and alcohol testing in accordance with affiliate policies, licensing requirements, regulatory standards, reasonable suspicion protocols, post-incident procedures, or applicable contractual obligations.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required.

From time to time, employees may be assigned additional responsibilities necessary to support participant care, program operations, and organizational success. Appropriate training will be provided when necessary.

Schedule Flexibility

Work schedules are subject to business and participant needs. Flexibility regarding work hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, on-call responsibilities, and community travel may be required.

The more knowledge, flexibility, and expertise an employee develops, the greater value they bring to themselves, the organization, and the continued success of Inperium, Inc. & Family of Services.

About Company

Resources for Human Development (RHD) , an affiliate of Apis Services, Inc. and Inperium, Inc. , provides innovative behavioral health, community health, intellectual and developmental disability, and recovery services designed to empower individuals to achieve independence, health, and meaningful lives.

Apis Services and its affiliates are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This commitment extends to every phase of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.