Registered Nurse (RN)

Summary: 

The Nurse plays a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare by conducting health appraisals, monitoring client conditions, and assisting in treatment plans as directed by nurse practitioners and physicians. This position requires a compassionate approach to patient care, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive support in managing their physical health within the psychiatric specialty framework.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Complete health appraisals on clients upon admission and regularly throughout their course of care.

·        Assist nurse practitioners and physicians as necessary to support effective patient outcomes.

·        Evaluate, observe, and assess clients' physical conditions to identify health needs.

·        Assist clients with treatment plans prescribed by nurse practitioners and/or physicians.

·        Administer and monitor medications according to prescribed guidelines.

·        Monitor client vitals and take prompt action as needed.

·        Educate clients on prescribed medications, physical health, nutrition, and self-care practices.

·        Coordinate care and services with pharmacies, other physicians, or referring agencies on behalf of clients.

·        Respond promptly to nurse practitioner and physician orders.

·        Communicate prescribed services and status updates to clients and their families in a timely manner.

·        Participate in client care team meetings to enhance collaborative treatment efforts.

·        Maintain accurate and timely records of medications prescribed and client interactions.

·        Complete release forms or other medical paperwork as requested.

·        Assist with medication refills on behalf of nurse practitioners or physicians.

·        Ensure all client documentation is completed accurately and in a timely fashion.

Supervision Given: 

This position does not supervise any staff.

Supervision Received: 

The Registered Nurse reports to the Operations Manager

Qualifications:

·        Current RN or LPN Licensure in the state of Service Provision

·        BLS Certification.

Education:

·        A degree in Nursing from an accredited educational institution is required.

Certification:

·        Individual NPI Number and Medicaid Provider Number will be required to start work (instructions on how to apply will be provided).

Experience:

·        Prior experience in a clinical setting, preferably in psychiatric nursing, is advantageous.

Physical Effort:

·        Requires the ability to sit, stand, and move about the clinic setting as needed; some lifting may be required.

Background:

·        All applicants must submit to and pass a background check prior to hire.

Schedule:

·        Flexible scheduling depending on agency needs, typical of a contract position.

Benefits:

·        1099 /Contract position does not have benefits associated.

Work Location:

·        One location / Hybrid with approval