What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN-PROS position at Access-Supports for Living?
Location: New Windsor, NY
Hours: Monday - Friday - 32 hours weekly
Rate of Pay: $36 - $38 per hour depending on related experience
Position Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in our PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health challenges by facilitating health-related education, conducting health assessments, administering prescribed medications and injections, and collaborating with medical providers. This position also includes providing individual health teaching, obtaining medication authorizations, and managing medical emergencies, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive environment for all program participants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Health Education and Teaching:
- Facilitate health-related educational groups that focus on wellness, medication management, and health promotion for individuals in recovery.
- Provide individualized health teaching to program participants, addressing topics such as chronic disease management, medication adherence, and general well-being.
- Health Assessments:
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments for program participants, evaluating vital signs, medical histories, and physical health needs.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to address health concerns that may impact mental health treatment or recovery.
- Medication Management:
- Obtain prior authorizations for prescription medications as needed to ensure continued access to medications.
- Administer prescribed injections and monitor for any side effects or adverse reactions.
- Collaboration with Medical Providers:
- Coordinate and collaborate with medical providers, including physicians and specialists, to ensure a holistic, integrated approach to patient care.
- Communicate patient progress and concerns effectively within the multidisciplinary team.
- Documentation:
- Complete all required documentation for the caseload, including monthly summary notes, individual session notes, Individual Recovery Plans (IRPs), and health assessments.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
- Emergency Response:
- In the event of a medical emergency, assess the situation, take vital signs, and provide immediate care as necessary.
- Coordinate additional medical assistance or emergency services when required.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working with adults in mental health or a closely related field (e.g., behavioral health, substance use treatment).
- Must have a reliable working vehicle and a valid, clean driver’s license.
- A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) with an active RN license.
- Ability to work independently and within a team, managing multiple tasks and patients effectively.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Experience with health assessments, patient education, and medication management.
- Knowledge of behavioral health issues, medications, and treatments commonly prescribed in outpatient settings.
Benefits:
Access offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- An array of voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, whole life insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
- Healthcare and daycare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
- A matching 403(b) retirement plan.
- Generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, accelerated holiday pay, and tuition assistance for career advancement.
- Monetary assistance towards licensure and maintenance of such
- Tuition assistance after 3 months of full time employment
Additional Information:
- All positions are subject to a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and a motor vehicle report (MVR) check.
EEO, AAE, M/F/D/V
IND2025
Salary : $36 - $38
