Mental Health Outpatient Nurse - Methadone Program

ANA-Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati VAMC is seeking a Registered Nurse for Outpatient Mental Health responsible for applying the nursing process across the continuum of care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while coordinating education, self-management, and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork with the VA interdisciplinary team, and adherence to safety and documentation standards within the Veterans Affairs system.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required for direct patient care.
• Current, active nursing license in the United States.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with accreditation.
• ACEN/CCNE accreditation acceptable at the time of graduation.
• Foreign nursing graduates may require credential evaluation.
• Licensure or bridge-program path as described by VA qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care across age-specific components.
• Coordinate care focused on education, self-management, and patient satisfaction.
• Perform triage, documentation, and care coordination with the health-care team.
• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and family education.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing license

Patient education

Care coordination

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Cincinnati VAMC is seeking a Registered Nurse for Outpatient Mental Health responsible for applying the nursing process across the continuum of care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while coordinating education, self-management, and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork with the VA interdisciplinary team, and adherence to safety and documentation standards within the Veterans Affairs system.