Job Description
The Nurse (RN/LPN) for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team is responsible for the operation of the Medication Clinic. Functions as a case manager for consumers served by medication clinic. Responsible for assessing physical health needs; making appropriate referrals to community physicians; providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatrist; providing a range of treatment, rehabilitation and support services for individuals in Assertive Community Treatment services.
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a way of providing many types of service to people with chronic mental health disorders. ACT teams provide services directly to people in their community. People who get ACT services receive the wrap-around psychiatric services, but within the comfort of their own home and community. ACT team members are trained in the areas of psychiatry, social work, nursing, substance use disorders, and supported employment so they have the skills they need to meet the many needs of the people they serve. The ACT team provides these services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, each day of the year.
This is a part-time position.
Responsibilities Include:
Plan, organize and coordinate medication clinic
Review medication education sheets with client
Function as case manager for consumers needing medication refills
Complete necessary documentation regarding medication clinic and psychiatric consultation for consumer records
Administer IM medication, dispense sample medications, maintain accurate logs on all medications received and dispensed
Work to help complete prior authorizations
Maintain list of injections, coordinate ordering and delivery, verify orders are current, and discuss any side effects
Take vital signs and coordinate pre-diabetes screening process
Broad knowledge and experience with computers
Under direction of the team psychiatrist organize and manage the system of getting medication to clients and integrating medication administration tightly into clients" individual treatment plans. Take the lead role or participate in providing medication administration and medical services
Provide education, training, and coaching on medications, mental illnesses, and co-occurring health illnesses to clients and ACT
Attend daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings, and weekly supervision
Complete Authorizations of Disclosure
Consult with ACT team regarding client health and medication issues
Other duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES COMPANY WIDE
Regularly attends work except for approved absences
Attends all training as required
Maintain professional, champion behavior
Provides quality customer service
Provides services with a commitment to service excellence
Works in a way that exhibits a commitment to personal excellence
Team oriented and values diversity
WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK
Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
Regular exposure to biohazard and/or chemical waste materials
Operating vehicles or machinery
QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATION
High School/GED required
Associate/Bachelors degree in nursing preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Experience in an inpatient or outpatient psychiatric setting preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
RN or LPN or GPN that must pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation required
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Why join us?
We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.
At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:
Competitive benefits
Advancement opportunities
Professional development
Licensure supervision
Mentor opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarship program
Employee Assistance Program
Headspace Access
Paid time off & Paid Holidays
NHSC Loan Repayment Participant
We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!
Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Employment Type: Part-Time
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