Registered Nurse - 00031 - Mon - Fri 9AM-5PM

Job DetailsJob Location

• ACT
• Team
• Huntington -
• Huntington,
• NY 11743Education
• Level: 4
• Year
• DegreeSalary
• Range: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 Salary/year Make an Impact. At WellLife Network, your clinical expertise helps individuals achieve wellness, recovery, and independence. Join a compassionate team of professionals dedicated to providing person-centered care across behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and community-based programs. Here, your skills make a real difference — one life, one family, and one community at a time.

Position Summary

The Clinical Staff Member provides psychiatric and medical assessment, treatment, and ongoing nursing care within the ACT team. In addition to routine team responsibilities, this role evaluates consumer treatment needs, administers medications, supports treatment planning, and ensures adherence to all clinical and regulatory standards. Essential Responsibilities Clinical & Medical Care Conduct psychiatric, medical, and nursing assessments, including initial and annual evaluations. Support prescribers with physical health assessments, referrals, and coordination of medical and psychiatric treatment. Administer injections and medications; monitor client reactions and report concerns to the prescriber. Draw labs, record vital signs, and maintain accurate medication administration records. Review medication profiles for adverse reactions, interactions, and contraindications; provide medication education to clients. Treatment Planning & Therapeutic Services Participate in comprehensive assessments covering psychiatric history, mental status, physical health, substance use, ADLs, social functioning, and family dynamics. Deliver individual, group, and family supportive therapy and illness-management education. Collaborate with ACT specialists (family, employment, substance use, case management) to coordinate integrated services. Develop treatment plans with team and client input. Documentation & Compliance Document progress notes in the EHR within 48 hours of client or collateral contact. Complete CAIRS entries at admission, semi-annually, and discharge. Ensure all documentation meets agency, OMH, and AOT regulatory standards. Serve as a clinical liaison to hospitals, physicians, pharmacies, and community partners. Community-Based Services Conduct field visits, escort clients to appointments, and transport goods or supplies as needed using an agency vehicle. Assist clients in building independent living skills, including budgeting, grooming, nutrition, transportation, household management, health maintenance, vocational goals, and community integration. Provide crisis intervention and mental health counseling as needed. Teamwork & Communication Participate in daily team meetings and collaborate on case planning. Communicate relevant clinical information to staff and supervisors in a timely manner. Provide networking, coordination, and linkage to community resources. Emergency & Additional Responsibilities Provide rotating 24/7 on-call crisis coverage via agency-issued cell phone. Attend all required trainings and support team coverage during staff absences. Maintain strict confidentiality and report incidents within 24 hours. Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership What You’ll Gain · Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience. · Robust Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan (with matching). · Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and personal days. · Wellness Program: Free and low-cost gym and wellness access and support. · Training & Growth: Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities. · Meaningful Work: Direct impact on the lives of youth and their families. · Supportive Environment: A collaborative team that values your contributions #INDACT Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in nursing, registered, and at least one year of experience working with the mentally ill. Clinical supervisory experience is desirable. A clear understanding of the characteristics and problems of adults with severe mental illnesses and be knowledgeable about the ACT model. Computer proficiency, including the ability to use email, navigate and enter all documentation into electronic medical record. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and knowledge of group dynamics required Valid New York State driver’s license and vehicle required – candidates are subject to regulatory background checks