Registered Nurse

About the role

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing short-term acute care to individuals presenting to the Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center with a mental health/substance use crisis. The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care and implements treatment plans under the direction of the Nurse Manager and medical staff, following established clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures. The RN works with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safety, promote recovery, and assist with treatment planning and discharge coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of client services including scheduling of outside clinic appointments, lab appointments, obtaining random urine analysis (UA), intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous injection administration, when needed
• Conducts medication reconciliation, when appropriate, or during transitions of care
• Conducts vitals and health assessments
• Ensures the completion of all medical assessments for each client, including coordinating additional services with the psychiatrist
• Works in conjunction with the psychiatrist and nurse practitioner to coordinate patient education efforts, including the benefits, risks, and possible side effects of prescribed medication
• Enters documentation in EHR
• Conducts shift change reports and ensures continuity of care through accurate communication and documentation
• Facilitates sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
• Completes QI Training during onboarding and participates in QI refresher training as needed
• Cultivates a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences
• Adheres to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees
• Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines
• Health and Safety Awareness: Includes any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse by the New York State Department of Education and possess either an Associate's Degree (if awarded prior to December 18, 2017), Bachelor's Degree and/or Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred
• One (1) year of community mental health experience and/or at least two (2) years of mental health experience specifically working in a mental health setting
• Previous experience working with children and adolescents in a professional setting is highly preferred

Benefits

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

• $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Dependent Care Expense Account
• Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• HRATraining programs including a Mentorship program

Schedule

Full-time position

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience

Contact Information

If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553.