Psychiatric Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose:
· Provide and assist team members in coordinating the behavioral and physical health care needs of
program participants.
· Monitor participant’s medication, network with the community regarding health care needs and provide
substance abuse & psychiatric nursing services consistent with physician orders and standard nursing
practices.
· Function as a consultant and provide education to participants, non-medical team members and the
community.
Supervision Received:
· Receives general direction from the Director. Receives medical direction from the psychiatrist and/or
the participants’ treating psychiatrists and/or doctor, when applicable.
Supervision Exercised:
· N/A
Qualifications:
· Board Certified Licensed RN/LPN in the State of PA.
· Prior experience in servicing community mental health & Substance Abuse facilities and their needs.
· Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric clinical and psychosocial rehabilitation practices.
· Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
· Strong interpersonal skills.
· Team oriented.
· Very strong organization and analytical skills.
· Detail oriented.
· Must be available for scheduled emergency on-call service.
Scope:
· Frequent talking and listening.
· May require verbal crisis intervention assistance in emergency situations.
· Must be available for local travel and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
· Scheduling flexibility and possible on-call work are necessary.
· May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer #TLR