Psych RN LTC

ViaQuest, Inc.

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Monthly productivity incentive bonus

Benefit package for full-time (medical

Paid-time off

Premium holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Employee referral bonus program

No evening, weekend, or 12-hour shifts

Cell phone stipend

Annual pay increase

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions in a long-term care facility is seeking a dedicated RN or LPN for a full-time daytime role (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm). You will assess residents' mental, behavioral and physical health needs, perform in-person nursing assessments, review medications, and coordinate care with the treatment team.

This position requires travel within the service area, empathy, flexibility, and a commitment to improving quality of life for residents with psychiatric needs.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
LPN or RN license.
Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.
Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
Preferably experience in LTC facilities and Behavioral Health.
CPR certification or training provided during onboarding.

Responsibilities

Address the mental, behavioral and physical health needs of clients on a weekly/biweekly and/or monthly basis.
Complete in-person nursing assessments and medication/chart reviews in LTC facilities.
Educate clients and caregivers on prescribed psychiatric and physical health medications and monitor for side effects.
Care management: coordinate community services and communicate with the treatment team including physicians and pharmacies.
Assist clients in building coping skills and creating annual goals related to their psychiatric diagnosis.
Assist clinic and residential needs for assigned locations.
Help train and mentor peers.
May cover more than one facility as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

RN or LPN license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

A Great Opportunity

At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique and individualized care to clients in the long term care settings, with multiple diagnoses, including dementia, anxiety, depression, psychosis and more. Our clients are supported by a team of Registered Nurses (RNs),Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), certified nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, mental health counselors, social workers, and case managers to ensure the best outcomes for those we serve.

Work Environment

This position is based in a long-term care facility focused on providing mental health services to residents. The role requires flexibility, empathy, and a commitment to improving the quality of life for individuals with psychiatric needs.

Full Time

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

No Weekends

Responsibilities may include:

Address the mental, behavioral and physical health needs of clients on a weekly/biweekly and/or monthly basis.
Complete in person nursing assessments as well as medication and chart review in long term care facilities (LTC).
Educate caregivers and clients on their prescribed psychiatric and physical health medications and monitor for possible side effects.
Care management duties including coordination of community services and correspondence with treatment team members, including physicians, pharmacies, employment programs.
Assist clients in building coping skills to address mood, stressors and improve communication and in creating annual goals as it relates to their psychiatric diagnosis.
Possibly assisting clinic and residential needs for assigned locations.
Help train and mentor peers.
May need to cover more than one facility depending on company needs

Requirements for this position include:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
LPN or RN license.
Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.
Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
Preferably has experience working in LTC facilities as well as Behavioral Health.
CPR or Course can be provided during training

What ViaQuest can offer you:

Comprehensive training.
Monthly productivity incentive bonus.
Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
Paid-time off.
Premium holiday pay.
Mileage reimbursement.
Flexible scheduling.
Employee referral bonus program.
No evening, weekend, or 12-hour shifts
Cell phone stipend
Annual pay increase