Psychiatric Nurse RN

Job Description

Job Description

Work in a friendly and supportive workplace!

Well recognized Adult behavioral healthcare and chemical dependency treatment program in Essex County has an opening for a Full-time Psychiatric Nurse (RN) Monday through Friday, 8 : 30am to 4 : 30pm. (37.5 hours weekly).

Competitive salary and benefits package including vacation, sick and personal time, paid holidays, health / dental / vision / life insurance, AFLAC and opportunity for enrollment in generous company paid pension plan and retirement annuity plan.

Work as part of our multidisciplinary team assisting a chronically mentally ill and substance abuse population. We are passionate about the people we serve!

Responsibilities include :

Working with our staff psychiatrist and APN.

Provide nursing & on-site health assessments

Administer Medications / Injections

Coordinate with pharmacies for medication refills & changes

Facilitate Medication Education groups

Provide Medication Counseling

Provide on-site Medical screenings as necessary

Consult with Medical providers as needed regarding consumer care

Communication and coordination of care with other Medical providers and community residential facilities regarding healthcare issues and medications.

Coordinate Medical Referrals

Review & order labs as needed

Monitor & review client charts for accuracy

Ensure regulatory compliance with all State mandated rules & guidelines

Must be computer literate and have EHR experience.

Must be able to demonstrate technological / computer skills & competencies.

Competitive salary and benefits package including :

• Vacation
• Sick & personal time
• Paid holidays
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunity to enroll with AFLAC
• Opportunity for enrollment in generous employer funded retirement plan.