Behavioral Health Nurse - RN

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct health and behavioral health nursing screenings and document findings in the clinical record.
• Monitor psychiatric and medical health status of individuals receiving behavioral health services, including identifying changes requiring provider notification.
• Provide medication education to youth and caregivers regarding purpose, side effects, adherence strategies, and safety precautions as prescribed by licensed medical providers.
• Monitor and document medication response, side effects, and adherence concerns, communicating findings to prescribing providers and treatment team members.
• Support coordination of care between behavioral health providers, primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and community medical providers.
• Provide health-related psychoeducation to youth and caregivers, including wellness education, medication safety, and management of co-occurring medical conditions.
• Provide consultation to therapists, community support staff, and supervisors regarding health-related concerns impacting behavioral health treatment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support integrated care planning.
• Aid in identifying individuals who may require psychiatric referral, medical evaluation, or higher levels of care.

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete nursing documentation in accordance with DBHDD, Medicaid, commercial insurance, and agency standards.
• Maintain accurate records of screenings, consultations, medication-related education, and coordination activities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, chart reviews, and audit readiness activities as requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• Minimum 1–2 years experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or integrated healthcare settings preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, behavioral health conditions, and trauma-informed care practices.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification for children and adults.
• Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) is highly preferred.