Behavioral Health Nurse IDD

ViaQuest; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly productivity incentive bonus

Benefits package: medical, vision, and

401k

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions is seeking a registered nurse to support children, adolescents, adults, and other populations with psychiatric conditions. The role includes health screenings, medication administration, patient education, and case management within a behavioral health setting.

Ideal candidates hold an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, and prior psychiatric/behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• RN license is required.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address behavioral and physical health needs of clients with psychiatric symptoms.
• Take vital signs and perform health screenings.
• Administer injections and other medications as needed; monitor and adjust medications as directed.
• Educate clients on pharmaceuticals and care plans.
• Coordinate case management and connect clients with community services.
• Assist clients in developing skills for emotion, stress, and interpersonal relationships.

Skills

Psychiatric/behavioral health

Willingness to travel

Interpersonal communication

Client education

Education

RN license

Accredited nursing program

Job description

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.

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).