Job Offer: Registered Nurse - ACT

Registered Nurse - ACT

POSITION OVERVIEW

If you want a compensateing career where you make a positive impact on clients and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community.



POSITION OVERVIEW

Title: Nurse - RN

Program: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Status: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9AM- 5PM
375 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY

Sign-on Bonus of $5,000


We are seeking for a talented Registered Nurse to meet the needs of people within the community who have serious mental illness diagnosis and challenges. If you are a focused, compassionate caregiver with excellent communication skills, we may be the right fit for you and would love for you to apply! Great starting income and more than competitive differential for evenings, weekends, nights and holidays. No chaos, excellent work environment and pretty awesome co-workers.
The Full-time Registered Nurse We are pursuing for the Assertive Community Treatment program would be located in Queensbury, NY. You will work with a team of dedicated professionals providing care and treatment to the clients we serve. As an RN on staff, you should feel comfortable communicating with families, providers, and social workers in order to meet the needs of this population.



ESSENTIAL tasks AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other tasks may be assigned.

»Conduct metabolic monitoring (tracking blood pressure, weight, and body mass index) for participants.

»Obtain and ensure processing of lab work for patients unable to have lab work done elsewhere in the community.

»Obtain lab results when participants have labs drawn by outside providers.

»Administer depot injections to patients on - site and in the community.

»Coordinate clozapine monitoring (obtaining lab results, reviewing them, and faxing prescriptions as needed.

»Assess responses to medications and symptoms

»Assess for medication side effects and educate participants on how to manage side effects

»Work with participants and families to collaboratively address medication issues

»Coordinate care for medical issues, including providing referrals to community medical providers, scheduling appointments, and liaising with medical providers to obtain records.

»Conduct quarterly health screenings.

»Provide wellness counseling and education covering issues including healthy eating habits, exercise and fitness, stress management, birth control, and safer sex.

»Provide basic first aid and managing medical emergencies and crisis situations appropriately.



What you, as a Registered Nurse, can expect at Northern Rivers:

»You will be located in asetting that offers reduced caseloads and less stress than often seen in traditional hospital settings

»There are multiple opportunities for growth, continuing education, and potential qualification for education loan repayment

»You will truly be encouraged to implement your nursing practice and qualifications while being appreciated for the skills you bring to the team

»Competitive wages and an organization-wide belief in employee work/life balance



Qualifications

»Active and valid New York State RN licensure

»CPR Certification

» capability to pass a standard physical evaluation

» capability to complete and pass full background check



Benefits You Will Love

»Health care package: medical, dental, and vision

»Tuition reimbursement

»Paid time off

»Holiday Pay

» 401 (K) plan

»Life Insurance

»Loan repayment assistance

»Free training/CEU opportunities

»Leaving an indisputable imprint within the community and much more!



For immediate consideration, please email your resume and an introduction to Email address: [email protected]



About Northern Rivers
We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties all over New York State. If you've got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services!



Apply today to become part of our team!
Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or discapability 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 the significant work here at Northern Rivers!

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