Community-Based Behavioral Health RN (ACT Team)

Easterseals PORT Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off + 11 paid holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Company-issued phone, laptop, and IT支持

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in North Carolina. You’ll provide community-based care to adults facing serious mental health and substance use challenges, delivering services in homes, shelters, and other community settings.

You will manage psychotropic medications, perform holistic nursing assessments, coordinate care with psychiatrists and therapists, and participate in on-call crisis response to support

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in North Carolina.
• Experience in behavioral health or mental health (preferred).
• Comfort working in community-based settings.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor prescribed psychotropic medications.
• Conduct nursing assessments and track symptoms, side effects, and medical issues.
• Document all care and observations in the Welligent EMR.
• Coordinate with the team psychiatrist to update medication protocols and care plans.
• Participate in daily ACT Team meetings for coordinated, person-centered treatment.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention on rotating on-call schedule.
• Deliver nursing care in clients’ homes and community settings.
• Educate clients on health management, wellness, and medication adherence.
• Advocate for client choice and connect individuals with community resources.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Flexibility

Documentation

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in North Carolina. You’ll provide community-based care to adults facing serious mental health and substance use challenges, delivering services in homes, shelters, and other community settings.

You will manage psychotropic medications, perform holistic nursing assessments, coordinate care with psychiatrists and therapists, and participate in on-call crisis response to support