Registered Nurse Crisis

Trinity Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

403B

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Pittsburgh Mercy is seeking a Crisis Nurse to support Walk-In Crisis Unit, Central Recovery Center (CRC), and Adult Diversion and Stabilization (A-DAS). You will assess, plan, and implement nursing care to stabilize patients in crisis and coordinate care across programs.

The role requires a BSN and behavioral health experience or RN with experience, PA RN license, driver’s license, and pre‑employment clearances. Very active duties include triage, med administration, documentation, and education.

Qualifications

• BSN and 1 year paid behavioral health care experience, or RN with 2 years paid behavioral health care experience.
• Current RN License from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Pre-employment drug screening, Act 33/34/73 clearances

Responsibilities

• Completes medical triage and assessment
• Case Management
• Medication administration including long-acting injections
• Distinguish emergent/urgent needs from ongoing clinical work
• Medication Reconciliation with physicians and pharmacists
• Completes documentation in electronic medical records
• Scheduling and tracking consumer appointments
• Provides medication education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Registered Nurse

PA RN license

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description:

Position Purpose:

The Crisis Nurse provides services to persons experiencing crisis and in need of immediate intervention. This position job responsibilities between three programs: Walk-In Crisis Unit, Central Recovery Center (CRC), and Adult Diversion and Stabilization (A-DAS). By assessing, planning, and implementing nursing care tailored to each patient's unique needs, you will contribute to the stabilization and recovery of those in crisis.

What you will do:

• Completes medical triage and assessment
• Case Management
• Medication administration including the administration of long-acting injection medications
• Being able to distinguish between emergent/urgent needs and ongoing clinical work
• Medication Reconciliation with physicians and pharmacists.
• Completes documentation in electronic medical records and utilization of varied electronic portals as needed.
• Scheduling and tracking consumer appointments
• Provides medication education

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing AND a minimum of one (1) year of paid behavioral health care experience OR a Registered Nurse AND a minimum of two (2) years of paid behavioral health care experience.
• Current RN License from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Pre-employment physical/TB

• Pre-employment drug screening, Act 33/34/73 clearances

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Benefits start Day 1 of employment!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403B, PTO, Paid Holiday Days, and more!!

WORK SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time non-exempt position (37.5 hours/week)

Saturday 6:30am to 7:00pm with 2 floating days

About Pittsburgh Mercy

We're a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area's most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance abuse, Physical health needs, Intellectual disabilities, and Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.