Team Nurse (RN) (Behavioral Health Services)

About the role

We are seeking a new PACT Registered Nurse for our Program for Assertive Treatment (PACT) teams to provide treatment to adults with persistent mental illness. The PACT Registered Nurse will work on an interdisciplinary team of nurses, clinicians, and outreach workers to assist those in need in the community.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Lead Nurse to conduct psychiatric assessments in addition to physical health needs in order to provide holistic nursing services.
• Make appropriate referrals to community physicians, provide management and administration of medication, and provide a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services.
• Provide case management for an assigned group of persons served, including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team.
• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history, mental status, and diagnosis; physical health.
• Provide ongoing assessment, problem solving, side-by-side services, skill training, supervision, and environmental adaptations to assist persons served with activities of daily living.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in a mental health setting.
• Valid RN in Massachusetts required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong clinical and crisis intervention skills, competency in the use of formal and informal assessment tools and practices.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months. Additionally, this position requires a fully insured vehicle that you will use in the course of your daily work.
• You must be willing to transport clients in your vehicle.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background, professional licensure and driving record check.
• Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and PACT Module Training within 3 months of hire.

Pay

USD $87,000.00 - USD $87,000.00 /Yr.