CCBHC Registered Nurse - Bilingual (Spanish/English)

CCBHC Registered Nurse - Bilingual (Spanish/English) Queens, NY, USA Job Description Summary The Child Center of NY has recently started a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) through OMH . The CCBHC is to ensure access to coordinated comprehensive behavioral health care. All CCBHCs are required to serve anyone who requests care for mental health or substance use, regardless of their ability to pay, place of residence, or age. Functions Assess clients need of a physical exam and c onduct health assessments, including , but not limited to, communicable diseases, tobacco use, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and screenings for medical and behavioral health conditions Coordinat e medical care, including providing referrals to community medical providers, scheduling appointments, and liaising with external providers to obtain patients' records Conduct metabolic monitoring ( i.e. blood pressure, weight and body mass index) Obtain and ensur e processing of lab work for patients drawn both internally and externally Administer medications, including injectable psychotropic medications, following prescribed guidelines and safety protocols Provid e basic first aid and manag e medical emergencies and crisis situations appropriately Monitor and document patient responses to treatment and medications, reporting concerns to the prescribing provider and treatment team Provide patient education /counseling, both individually and in groups, regarding medications, chronic conditions, behavioral health diagnoses healthy eating, exercise and fitness, family planning, safe sex practices, harm reduction strategies for substance use, and general wellness Engage in outreach and follow-up to promote patient engagement and adherence to treatment plans Support crisis intervention efforts, including de-escalation and collaboration with emergency services when necessary Coordinate with pharmacies to ensure patients have timely access to prescribed treatments Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing ). Active RN license in the state of New York Language other than English: Spanish Training and experience working with people of all ages in behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment settings CPR/BLS certification required . Strong communication , problem-solving, and teamwork abilities Ability to work amongst diverse social, cultural, and economic groups Excellent time management, phone , and face-to-face engagement skills Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk, sit for long period of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or control; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law. EOE M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr