Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse - Trauma-Informed

CHILDRENS CRISIS TREATMENT CENTER INC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHILDRENS CRISIS TREATMENT CENTER INC is seeking a dedicated Nurse to address health needs of children aged 5-13 in crisis and behavioral health settings in Philadelphia, PA. The Nurse will assess, medicate, and document clinical information within a trauma-informed framework.

The role includes coordinating psychiatric appointments, contributing to safety planning, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care in the Acute Partial Hospitalization Program.

Qualifications

• Certified registered nurse licensed in Pennsylvania.
• Must have knowledge of nursing care principles and patient safety.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in child/adolescent addictions or mental health nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and document medical information during intake.
• Administer and dispense prescribed medications per physician orders and regulations.
• Coordinate prior authorizations for prescribed meds to ensure timely access to treatment.
• Maintain accurate health records and documentation in the ECR within a week of care.

Education

PA RN License

Tools

MS Office Suite

ECR systems

Office equipment handling

Job description

CHILDRENS CRISIS TREATMENT CENTER INC is seeking a dedicated Nurse to address health needs of children aged 5-13 in crisis and behavioral health settings in Philadelphia, PA. The Nurse will assess, medicate, and document clinical information within a trauma-informed framework.

The role includes coordinating psychiatric appointments, contributing to safety planning, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care in the Acute Partial Hospitalization Program.