Registered Nurse - Community Treatment

About the role

The Registered Nurse (Community Treatment) provides comprehensive nursing services to individuals receiving community-based behavioral health services through the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. Services are delivered in the home and community settings and include medication management, administration of long-acting injectable medications, physical health monitoring, symptom assessment, client education, and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services to individuals enrolled in Community Treatment programs in accordance with professional nursing standards and organizational policies.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ mental and physical health status, including symptom evaluation, vital signs monitoring, and health screenings.
• Administer medications, including long-acting injectable medications, ensuring adherence to the “five rights” of medication administration.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and client compliance; communicate concerns and recommendations to prescribing providers.
• Provide education to clients regarding medication, disease management, wellness, treatment adherence, and recovery-oriented practices.
• Conduct routine symptom assessments to evaluate cognition, mood, behavior, functioning, and ability to perform daily living activities.
• Monitor and assess physical health conditions including blood pressure, blood glucose, weight, pain levels, and other health indicators.
• Care for clients experiencing psychiatric or behavioral crises by utilizing therapeutic de-escalation techniques and coordinating appropriate services when necessary.
• Document assessments, interventions, medication administration, and client interactions in the electronic health record in accordance with agency policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, clinical supervision, and service planning to support client treatment goals.
• Maintain accurate records of medication inventory, supplies, and disposal in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Travel within the community to conduct home visits, client meetings, and outreach services.
• Maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education necessary to perform nursing duties.
• Follow ACT program principles including person-centered care, recovery orientation, trauma-informed practice, and strength-based support.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and client care.

Requirements

• Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse license.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain unrestricted driving privileges throughout employment.
• Must meet and continue to meet all requirements for insurability under the organization's vehicle insurance policy.
• Must be authorized to operate any vehicle and transport clients, patients, or staff as required by the position.
• Current BLS certification.
• More than 1 year of experience in healthcare, customer service, or a closely related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
• More than 1 year of experience in psychiatric, behavioral health or community based nursing.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of psychiatric and behavioral health principles and practices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• On-site bistro and cafeteria.
• Employee assistance program.
• Newly updated facility.

Pay

The starting pay range for this role is $36.40 - $39.63, based on experience.

Schedule

This job is a full-time, in person position, usually working weekday business hours.