Greater Mental Health of New York·White Plains, New York
The Registered Nurse conducts psychiatric and physical health assessments and manages medication administration for adults in an Assertive Community Treatment program. They act as a liaison for community medical care and provide health education to both participants and staff.
Reports To: Team Leader
Program: Adult-Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Westchester
Location: White Plains, NY
Hours per week: 40 hours, Hybrid/Mobile
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $104,000-$108,000 annually
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Join us at Greater Mental Health of New York, where our mission is to promote mental wellness through advocacy, community education, and direct services.
We empower individuals and families on their unique journeys to recovery, honoring their rights to self-determination, choice, and collaboration.
With evidence-based practices and a focus on trauma-responsive care, our dedicated team provides comprehensive services to thousands and fosters independence and resilience within our community.
If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health and creating brighter futures for individuals and families throughout the Lower Hudson Valley region, apply today!
The Registered Nurse will work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program serving Adults. The Registered Nurse is responsible for conducting psychiatric assessments; assessing physical health needs; making appropriate referrals to community physicians; providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatrist and providing a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services. The Registered Nurse will support recovery by providing services that reflect our deeply held values that include the recognition of individual rights of self-determination, choice, shared decision-making and collaboration. When possible, the Registered Nurse will utilize evidence-based practices; always embracing a trauma-informed and person-centered approach.
The RN must have and maintain current CPR/BLS certification.
Must possess strong organizational and writing skills.
Must also be flexible, respectful, creative, and person-centered.
The RN requires a thorough understanding of the process and possibility of robust recovery for people diagnosed with mental health conditions.
Must exhibit patience, flexibility, compassion, and a deep belief in recovery.
Must be reliable and able to work independently and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
Experience understanding family systems based on diversity of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Experience understanding various evidence-based models and theories pertaining to psycho-education, motivational interviewing, serious mental illness and recovery.
Extensive knowledge of Assertive Community Treatment, family community support services such as NAMI, and community resources.
Use of Motivational interviewing, recovery and trauma-informed approaches when delivering services.
Highly organized and self-motivated.
Basic computer knowledge and the ability to document in an electronic health record is required.
Must be reliable and able to work independently as well as an integral team member, and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
Adherence to treatment protocols and guidelines.
Assessing patient understanding and application of health education provided.
Ensuring all client records are accurate and updated in a timely manner.
Measuring patient satisfaction with nursing care and education received.
This is a Mandated Reporter position. The NYS Justice Center legislation defines anyone who has regular and substantial contact with any person with special needs as a “custodian” under the law and, therefore, a mandated reporter. You can be held liable by both the civil and criminal legal systems for intentionally failing to make a report.
Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Greater Mental Health of New York is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.
Market context
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