Psych RN (LTC)

ViaQuest; New Lexington (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly productivity bonus

Full benefits package (medical, vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health care across our service areas. The role includes health screenings, vital signs, medication administration, and client education in a team-based environment with psychiatrists, nurses practitioners, social workers and counselors.

Travel throughout the assigned service area is required, and experience with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Experience in psychiatric/behavioral health settings.
• Willingness to travel across the service area.
• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess behavioral and physical health needs of clients.
• Perform health screenings and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and injections as needed.
• Educate clients on pharmaceuticals and treatment plans.
• Coordinate case management and community services.
• Assist clients in building coping skills and interpersonal relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

BSN/ASN nursing degree

Job description

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).