Behavioral Health Nurse IDD

ViaQuest; Steubenville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly productivity incentive bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions is seeking a dedicated RN to provide psychiatric and behavioral health care across Steubenville, St. Clairsville, and Barnesville areas.

You will assess, monitor, and treat clients, coordinate with the Nurse Practitioner, and contribute to case management efforts in a fast-paced team setting. The role requires an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, and willingness to travel within the service area.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license required.
• Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services preferred.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address the behavioral and physical health needs of clients receiving treatment for psychiatric symptoms.
• Perform health care screenings and check vital signs.
• Administer injections and other medications as needed.
• Monitor and administer medication.
• Educate clients on pharmaceuticals.
• Gather client information and history from the Nurse Practitioner.
• Engage in case management duties including coordination of community services.
• Assist clients in developing skills for emotion, stress and anger management, and interpersonal relationships.

Skills

RN license

Psychiatric experience

Travel willingness

Developmental disabilities experience

Education

RN degree/diploma

Job description

Service area includes Steubenville, St,Clairsville and Barnesville

A Great Opportunity

At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique and individualized care to children, adolescents, adults, the aging population, those with developmental disabilities and those suffering from extreme trauma. Our clients are supported by a team of mental health counselors, social workers, certified nurse practitioners, case managers and psychiatrists to ensure the best outcomes for those we serve.

Responsibilities may include:

• Address the behavioral and physical health needs of clients receiving treatment for psychiatric symptoms.
• Perform health care screenings and check vital signs.
• Administering injections and other medications as needed.
• Monitor and administer medication.
• Educate clients on pharmaceuticals.
• Gather client information and history from the Nurse Practitioner.
• Case management duties including coordination of community services.
• Assist clients in building skills including emotion, stress and anger management, communication and interpersonal relationships.

Requirements for this position include:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license.
• Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
• Preferably has experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Monthly productivity incentive bonus.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).