What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health position at Easterseals PORT?
Are you a Registered Nurse (RN) with a heart for community care? Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) is seeking a Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. This role goes beyond traditional nursing—you’ll bring life-changing care directly to individuals living with mental health and substance use challenges in their own communities. Join us to provide impactful, compassionate care with a team dedicated to making a difference.
Why Work on Our ACT Team?
As an RN on our ACT Team, you’ll enjoy the unique experience of meeting clients where they are, delivering care that truly transforms lives. Here’s what makes this role special:
- Community Impact: Provide hands-on care directly in homes, shelters, and community spaces, empowering clients on their journey to wellness.
- Collaborative, Holistic Care: Work alongside housing specialists, therapists, and other mental health professionals to support clients’ full range of health needs.
- Patient Advocacy: Go beyond nursing tasks by educating and advocating for clients, connecting them with resources to improve their lives.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from ongoing training and advancement opportunities within a mission-driven organization that values your dedication.
What You'll Do:
- Deliver essential nursing care, including psychotropic medication administration and monitoring as prescribed by the team psychiatrist.
- Conduct nursing assessments, provide interventions, and monitor individuals for medical issues and potential medication side effects.
- Collaborate closely with the team psychiatrist to create, update, and manage medication protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Assess and document medication effectiveness, potential complications, and any side effects.
- Develop personalized strategies to promote medication adherence and support overall health, in partnership with the individual.
- Collaborate with the team in developing individualized care plans and participate in daily team meetings.
- Provide on-call crisis intervention services as part of a rotating schedule.
- Document interactions and care in Welligent EMR.
Qualifications:
- An active, unrestricted nursing license to practice in NC
- Prior mental health experience - preferred
- Comfortable working in community settings with a valid driver’s license.
Exceptional Benefits Await You:
We will intentionally support your professional goals, development and well-being while offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for benefits-eligible positions.
- Salary: $70,000 to $85,000/year based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off 11 holidays
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Company phone, laptop, and IT support
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Make a Difference: Join us and make a lasting impact in your community. Apply today at www.eastersealsport.com/job-search or send your resume directly to recruiter@eastersealsucp.com.
About Easterseals PORT Health
Easterseals PORT Health is a compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health, and addiction services to help individuals live their best lives. Our 2,600-member team serves 40,200 people across 11,000 locations in North Carolina and Virginia. Committed to health, we maintain a tobacco-free environment in all facilities and vehicles. As a purpose-driven organization striving to become an Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable, Authentic, and Learning (IDEAL) organization, we value unique strengths and perspectives to advance our mission. Applicants of all abilities are welcome!
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
