Behavioral Health RN for Children & Families

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana, Department of Children and Family Services, seeks a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse 1-3 to provide clinical consultation and care coordination across four regions to support children with complex behavioral health needs.

The nurse collaborates with regional nurses, child welfare staff, caregivers, providers, and Medicaid plans to assess needs, coordinate services, and promote placement stability.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN license or temporary permit or multi-state license recognized by Louisiana.
• Ability to coordinate care across regional nurses, child welfare staff, caregivers, providers, and Medicaid plans.

Responsibilities

• Review behavioral health records and treatment recommendations.
• Provide consultation on psychiatric care, medications, safety planning, and service access.
• Coordinate with hospitals and providers to address barriers to treatment and discharge.
• Participate in multidisciplinary reviews and staff/caregiver education.
• Identify high-risk concerns and escalate to Medical Operations leadership.

Skills

RN license

Care coordination

Clinical consultation

Interagency collaboration

Discharge planning

Job description

State of Louisiana, Department of Children and Family Services, seeks a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse 1-3 to provide clinical consultation and care coordination across four regions to support children with complex behavioral health needs.

The nurse collaborates with regional nurses, child welfare staff, caregivers, providers, and Medicaid plans to assess needs, coordinate services, and promote placement stability.