Behavioral Health Nurse(LTC)

ViaQuest; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A behavioral health services provider in the UK is seeking a Behavioral Health Nurse for a full-time position with no evening or weekend shifts. Responsibilities include addressing clients' health needs, conducting assessments, and educating caregivers. Candidates should possess an LPN or RN license and have experience in mental health services. Comprehensive training and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Monthly productivity incentive bonus

Paid-time off

Premium holiday pay

Flexible scheduling

Employee referral bonus program

Cell phone stipend

Annual pay increase

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• LPN or RN license must be current.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address mental and physical health needs of clients.
• Complete nursing assessments and med reviews.
• Educate clients on prescribed medications.

Skills

Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services

Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area

Building coping skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

LPN or RN license

Job description

Behavioral Health Nurse LTC

A Great Opportunity. Full Time. No Weekends.

At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique and individualized care to clients in the long term care settings, with multiple diagnoses, including dementia, anxiety, depression, psychosis and more. Our clients are supported by a team of Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), certified nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, mental health counselors, social workers, and case managers to ensure the best outcomes for those we serve. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the clients we serve!

What ViaQuest can offer you

• Comprehensive training.
• Monthly productivity incentive bonus.
• Benefit package for full‑time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid‑time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• No evening, weekend, or 12‑hour shifts.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Annual pay increase.

Responsibilities may include

• Address the mental, behavioral and physical health needs of clients on a weekly/biweekly and/or monthly basis.
• Complete in‑person nursing assessments as well as medication and chart review in long‑term care facilities (LTC).
• Educate caregivers and clients on their prescribed psychiatric and physical health medications and monitor for possible side effects.
• Care management duties including coordination of community services and correspondence with treatment team members, including physicians, pharmacies, and employment programs.
• Assist clients in building coping skills to address mood, stressors and improve communication, and in creating annual goals as it relates to their psychiatric diagnosis.
• Possibly assist clinic and residential needs for assigned locations.
• Help train and mentor peers.
• May need to cover more than one facility depending on company needs.

Requirements for this position include

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• LPN or RN license.
• Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
• Preferably has experience working in LTC facilities as well as Behavioral Health.
• CPR or course can be provided during training.

About ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions

To learn more about ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions please visit http://www.viaquestinc.com/core-services/behavioral-mental-health/

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