Community-Based RN (Behavioral Health) – ACT Specialist

Envision Health Inc; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Health Inc seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Virginia. The RN will perform comprehensive nursing assessments, manage medications, provide health education, and coordinate care for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in community settings.

The role emphasizes integrated behavioral and physical healthcare delivery, adherence to state fidelity standards, strong documentation, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
• Current unrestricted Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Behavioral health, community mental health, or ACT experience preferred.
• Valid Virginia driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing health evaluations.
• Administer and monitor psychiatric and medical medications within scope of practice.
• Coordinate medication management with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, pharmacies, and primary care providers.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and laboratory results.
• Provide medication education to individuals and families.
• Coordinate care for chronic medical conditions and preventive healthcare.
• Perform health screenings, vital signs, injections, and other nursing interventions.
• Develop nursing interventions as part of the person-centered treatment plan.
• Respond to psychiatric and medical crises in community settings.
• Provide consultation and education to ACT team members regarding medical concerns.
• Document services according to Medicaid, DMAS, and DBHDS standards.
• Participate in daily ACT team meetings and shared caseload activities.
• Participate in the ACT 24/7 crisis response rotation as assigned.
• Promote recovery, wellness, and community integration.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Psychotropic medications

SMI & co-occurring disorders

Physical & behavioral health

Communication skills

Independent/community work

Clinical documentation

Education

VA RN license

Accredited RN program graduate

Tools

CPR certification

Medication administration competency

Behavioral health certifications

Job description

Envision Health Inc seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Virginia. The RN will perform comprehensive nursing assessments, manage medications, provide health education, and coordinate care for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in community settings.

The role emphasizes integrated behavioral and physical healthcare delivery, adherence to state fidelity standards, strong documentation, and collaboration with