Psych RN LTC

ViaQuest; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly productivity incentive bonus

Benefits package (medical, vision, +d)

Paid-time off

Employee referral bonus program

Cell phone stipend

Annual pay increase

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions is seeking an experienced nurse to provide psychiatric and behavioral health services in long-term care facilities. The role emphasizes empathy, patient education, and coordination with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

The position requires an active nursing license (LPN/RN), experience in psychiatric/behavioral health, and willingness to travel within the designated service area to support multiple facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with active 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.

Responsibilities

• Address 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 long-term care facilities.
• Educate clients and caregivers on prescribed psychiatric and physical health medications, monitor for side effects.
• Care management duties including coordination of community services and communication with treatment team members.
• Assist clients in building coping skills and annual goals related to their psychiatric diagnosis.
• May cover more than one facility and mentor peers.
• Possible travel across assigned locations as needed by the company.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

CPR certification

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.

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.

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:

• Monthly productivity incentive bonus.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Cell phone stipend
• Annual pay increase