Behavioral Health Nurse: Medication Safety & Coordination

Advantage Behavioral Health LLC.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Behavioral Health LLC. seeks a Staff Nurse to oversee medication self-administration, refills, infection control, and coordination of lab activities for residents in a 24/7 residential setting.

The role ensures safe medication practices, accurate clinical records, and coordination of medical care with psychiatric staff and PCPs. The position requires an RN or LPN license and at least 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN licensure in the practicing state.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• 3 years nursing experience, preferably behavioral health.
• Knowledge of psychotropic meds and state medication regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medication self-administration and MAR audits.
• Coordinate health screenings and nursing assessments for residents.
• Ensure compliance with licensing audits and accrediting bodies.

Skills

Psychotropic meds knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

EMR/eMAR proficiency

Job description

Advantage Behavioral Health LLC. seeks a Staff Nurse to oversee medication self-administration, refills, infection control, and coordination of lab activities for residents in a 24/7 residential setting.

The role ensures safe medication practices, accurate clinical records, and coordination of medical care with psychiatric staff and PCPs. The position requires an RN or LPN license and at least 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in behavioral health.