RN ACT Team | Queens New

A health services organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their growing Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Queens.

About the Opportunity:

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, Part-time (minimum 16 hours per week).
• Hours: 8am to 6pm (Two 15 min breaks and a 30 min break - paid)
• Program: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
• Setting: Hybrid
• Patient Volume: Maximum of 4 clients a day
• EMR: AccuMED

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) will:

• Assess and monitor clients' clinical health and response to treatment
• Lead the development of policies, procedures, and resource identification crucial for delivering nursing services.
• Conduct psychiatric and physical health assessments.
• Manage and administer medication in collaboration with the psychiatrist.
• Administer intramuscular injections and vaccines and perform phlebotomy as per orders.
• Provide supervision to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Proficient in working with individuals with Mental Health (MH) conditions, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), and Co-occurring disorders
• Familiarity with the Department of Human Services (DHS) procedures and regulations

Desired Skills:

• Prior experience in Shelter environments