Psych RN (LTC)

ViaQuest; Johnstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly productivity incentive bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions is seeking a registered nurse to support clients with psychiatric and behavioral health needs across the Johnstown and Sunbury areas. The role involves direct care, medication administration, health screenings, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will have RN licensure, graduate from an accredited nursing program, and experience in behavioral health. Willingness to travel within the assigned service area is essential.

Qualifications

• RN license is required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Address the behavioral and physical health needs of clients receiving treatment for psychiatric symptoms.
• Perform health care screenings and check vital signs.
• Administer injections and other medications as needed.
• Monitor and administer medication.
• Educate clients on pharmaceuticals.
• Gather client information and history from the Nurse Practitioner.
• Case management duties including coordination of community services.
• Assist clients in building skills including emotion, stress and anger management, communication and interpersonal relationships.

Skills

Psychiatric care experience

Trauma-informed care

Patient education

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

RN license

Job description

Service area includes Johnstown and Sunbury

A Great Opportunity

At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique and individualized care to children, adolescents, adults, the aging population, those with developmental disabilities and those suffering from extreme trauma. Our clients are supported by a team of mental health counselors, social workers, certified nurse practitioners, case managers and psychiatrists to ensure the best outcomes for those we serve.

Responsibilities may include:

• Address the behavioral and physical health needs of clients receiving treatment for psychiatric symptoms.
• Perform health care screenings and check vital signs.
• Administering injections and other medications as needed.
• Monitor and administer medication.
• Educate clients on pharmaceuticals.
• Gather client information and history from the Nurse Practitioner.
• Case management duties including coordination of community services.
• Assist clients in building skills including emotion, stress and anger management, communication and interpersonal relationships.

Requirements for this position include:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license.
• Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
• Preferably has experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Monthly productivity incentive bonus.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).