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

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.

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.