Crisis Psychiatric ARNP – Part-Time with Sign-On Bonus

Center for Family Services; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Ongoing Training

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Center for Family Services is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Advanced Practice Nurse for their Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center, a 24-hour psychiatric crisis center. This part-time role will involve evaluating and diagnosing consumers, developing treatment plans, and prescribing medications.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing and a valid New Jersey License.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing required.
• ANCC certification in psychiatry required.
• Current New Jersey License for RN and APN in good standing needed.
• 2 years' experience in a behavioral health setting required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose and provide treatment to consumers.
• Develop comprehensive holistic behavioral health assessments.
• Prescribe medication in accordance with license.
• Complete psychiatric evaluations and treatment progress notes.
• Maintain collaborative practice with psychiatrist.

Skills

Mental health evaluations

Medication management

Behavioral health counseling

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

ANCC certification in psychiatry

Current New Jersey License for RN and APN

Tools

Electronic health record system

Diagnostic medical tests

Job description

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) - CRSC (5972)

*Sign on Bonus

Take advantage of our new sign-on bonus! Center for Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $750- $1500. Sign on Bonus depending on licensure. $1500 for LCSW, LCADC, RN, LPC, LMFT, and $750 for LSW, LPN, LAMFT, LAC.

Job Type/Status: Part Time - Day (Wednesdays, 12 hours))

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

Center For Family Services is seeking experienced and professional Registered Nurse for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center. This is a24-hour psychiatric crisis center for adults experiencing a mental health crisis. The Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center provides a nurturing and supportive environment where our consumers can receive therapeutic interventions for up to 24 hours

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Registered Nurse may perform the following responsibilities within their scope of practice and in accordance with applicable licensing requirements, regulatory standards, agency policy, and clinical supervision requirements:

• Complete Nursing Assessment of each consumer upon admission to the stabilization center.
• Completes and records vital signs including, but not limited to height, weight and blood pressure.
• Perform CLIA Waived rapid laboratory health and wellness tests such as pregnancy, blood sugar, urine drug screen and COVID-19.
• Administers treatments, injections and medications as ordered under the supervision of qualified medical staff.
• Maintains inventory of syringes and injection supplies.
• Helps consumers improve their coping abilities and knowledge of treatment, medication, and healthy lifestyle.
• Works with consumer's families to help improve the patient's abilities & help them deal with family member's mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
• Collaborate with other medical providers, including medical specialists, for consumers.
• Obtain Release of Information from consumer for the provider.
• Manage medication prior authorizations when necessary.
• Ensure that the Center's infection control activities operate in accordance with all regulatory guidelines.
• Provide patient care in a safe, comfortable, and private environment.
• Communicate in an attentive and individualized manner in every encounter.
• Provide preventive care information that matches patient age, gender and health status.
• Assists medical staff with completion of required medical forms, monitoring of laboratory requirements and results.
• Document care provided or procedures performed accurately on consumer records in a timely manner.
• Complete incident reports according to policy in a timely, accurate manner.
• Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality consumer care.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage consumer behavior.
• Participate in required staff trainings and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Participate in Center and Program performance improvement activities.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of consumer Crisis Plans as appropriate and within scope of practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned within their scope of practice and in accordance with program policies, training, and regulatory requirements
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of an accredited, certified RN program.
• Current State of New Jersey RN licensure.
• CPR certification for Health Care Providers.
• Current driver's license with a good driving record of at least three years.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional nursing experience in a behavioral health, psychiatric crisis, substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder, intellectual/developmental disability, or related clinical setting. Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and individuals with substance use disorder is required.

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family ServicesApply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together, our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit the Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org .

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