Nurse Practitioner

The ACT Team Registered Nurse functions as an integral part of the Assertive Community Treatment Team to provide intensive, recovery-based treatment for the highest risk consumers of mental health resources.

The ACT Team Registered Nurse manages the medication system; documents medication treatment; communicates and coordinates with medical providers; engages in health promotion, education, and provider training to other team members; and assists consumers with understanding medications prescribed and the importance of taking medication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of the ACT Team in order to provide comprehensive care that meets the individual needs of each client enrolled in ACT;

• Assess client health daily and respond appropriately to any noted concerns (i.e. medication side effects, withdrawal symptoms, general health changes, etc.)

• Monitor client use of medications, changes in medications, and assess for efficacy, safety, and/or side effects of medications;

• Collaborate with all providers involved with client’s health care and provide feedback to providers as needed;

• Link client to appropriate healthcare providers or specialists and follow-up with all referrals and recommendations;

• Provide health and wellness education to the client, the client’s supports, and other ACT Team staff members;

• Participate in the formal training and development process with administrative staff and consultants as well as ongoing professional development and continuing education;

• Attend daily team meetings, individual supervision, and group supervision as scheduled;

• Initiate and maintain relationships with community resources, outside human service agencies, and other stakeholders as needed;

• Commit to ensuring fidelity to the ACT model and ongoing quality improvement efforts;

• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time;

• Other duties as assigned. Required Skills

• Knowledge, understanding, and experience providing mental health and substance use treatment, including experience conducting mental health evaluations, familiarity with psychiatric medications, and awareness of medication assisted treatment (MAT) practices.

• Ability to respond to client needs using a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approach;

• Comfortable working with clients diagnosed with severe and persistent mental health disorders in a variety of office, home, and community-based settings;

• Ability to function as an integral part of the collective treatment team;

• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, laws and standards with regard to behavioral health treatment services;

• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, family members, colleagues, and professional contacts;

• Ability to plan and prioritize work and meet the Agency’s performance, quality assurance and productivity standards;

• Commitment to maintain the fidelity and integrity of ACT throughout all phases of development, implementation, and practice.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health
• Primary Care

Experience:

• nursing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $30