Outpatient Mental Health RN – EDRP Eligible

Pennsylvania Psychological Association; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Nurse for Outpatient Mental Health to provide and supervise patient care across the nursing process. Responsibilities include coordinating care, educating patients, and supporting self-management and family engagement.

Strong emphasis on safety, recovery-oriented practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Ideal candidates hold an accredited nursing degree, active RN licensure, and eligibility for state licensure; candidates may be

Qualifications

• English language proficiency
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN/CCNE)
• State license or eligibility to obtain license
• Foreign education validation may be required for certain applicants
• Possession of full, active, and unrestricted registered nurse licensure in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates care coordination with inpatient units to ensure continuity of care
• Leads and participates in interdisciplinary team huddles and meetings
• Delivers patient-centered, recovery-oriented care for mental health conditions
• Provides psychoeducation to patients and families and supports self-management
• Documents assessments, risk screens, and care plans per facility policy
• Maintains professional boundaries and mentors colleagues to ensure safe, high-quality care

Skills

Nursing care

Care coordination

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited nursing program

Active RN license

Job description

The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Nurse for Outpatient Mental Health to provide and supervise patient care across the nursing process. Responsibilities include coordinating care, educating patients, and supporting self-management and family engagement.

Strong emphasis on safety, recovery-oriented practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Ideal candidates hold an accredited nursing degree, active RN licensure, and eligibility for state licensure; candidates may be