SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC.

JOB VACANCY NOTICE

POSITION: Registered Nurse

Mental Health Outpatient and Drug & Alcohol

Latrobe and New Kensington, PA

PAY GRADE: 14

WAGE: $21.44/hr. (Part-Time with the opportunity for advancement to Full-Time)

PASSION FOR HELPING OTHERS? WE ACTUALLY CHANGE PEOPLE’S LIVES! JOIN OUR TEAM!

*MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY AND DAYLIGHT HOURS*

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides professional nursing and/or psychotherapy treatment team services.
• Provides physician-directed Medication Checks to clients and educates consumers and families regarding psychiatric medication treatment services.
• Maintains close contact with program supervisor and medical doctor, reporting any reactions to medications, any changes in physical/emotional condition and reporting observations.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of clinical and statistical records; completes re- certifications and medical information forms, and maintains records of medications.
• Assumes a lead role in responding to emergency situations, when necessary.
• Serves as a member of the Emergency Services Team.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor in Science in Nursing or successful completion of a Registered Nurse program from an accredited School of Nursing with two years’ experience in a psychiatric health care setting.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History from the PA State Police, Child Abuse from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• Current and valid R.N. licensure to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• ANA certification in Psychiatric or Community Health nursing or eligibility for same.
• Ability to transport oneself and/or clients in an insured vehicle, as program or client needs dictate.
• Ability to observe client's behavior and keep accurate and detailed charts and records.
• Demonstrated ability to handle clients with acute or chronic mental health condition.
• Ability to work independently following established policies and procedures, including emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate with effectiveness, and provide constructive feedback and direction to staff.

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.sphs.org/employment.html FOR CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES OR STOP INTO THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE AT 300 CHAMBER PLAZA, CHARLEROI, PA. POSTING#21-084.

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