We are looking for an RN to work in our day treatment behavioral health program. Full-time daytime hours, Monday through Friday
As a Registered Nurse, you will provide nursing care and services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs using the nursing process (assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating). You will report to the Nursing Manager and you will work onsite.
Responsibilities:
- Perform nursing assessment, review of systems, vital signs, review of medical conditions with parent/guardian and primary care providers.
- Attends medication reviews with provider and clinical team
- Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to providers
- Assisting provider with medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
- Dispense medications; report/discuss observed side effects or other concerns with consulting psychiatrist
- Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments
- Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
- Communicate with medical director/providers regarding changes in client’s health/behavior
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
- Nursing and medical documentation using EHR
- Update discharge planning needs
- Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs
Requirements and Education:
- RN Licensed in New York State
- Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
- Experience working with youth and adolescent population desiredÂ
Benefits
- Health care package: medical, dental, and visionÂ
- Tuition reimbursementÂ
- Paid time offÂ
- Holiday PayÂ
- 401 (K) planÂ
- Life Insurance Â
- Loan repayment assistanceÂ
- Free training/CEU opportunities
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About Northern Rivers
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work.
