Nurse-RN BHC-Outpatient Clinics

Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health

**Sign On Bonus $5,000** (paid in 2 parts 1/2 at 30 days and 1/2 at a year)

Available shifts - Monday - Friday  no weekends

Position Summary

This position performs duties of a nurse as part of the behavioral health teams. You will work with a team of dedicated professionals providing care and treatment  to Behavioral Health clients. As an RN on staff, you should feel comfortable communicating with families, providers, and social workers in order to meet the needs of this population. The position provides integral services to clients to ensure continuity of care and is a vital role in our interdisciplinary team.  

What you, as a Registered Nurse, can expect at Northern Rivers:

• Pay rate of $36/hour – no nights, weekends, or holidays!
• No on-call nursing outpatient duties!
• There are multiple opportunities for growth, continuing education, and potential qualification for education loan repayment
• You will be based in a smaller facility that offers reduced caseloads and less stress than often seen in traditional hospital settings
• You will truly be encouraged to implement your nursing experience and qualifications while being appreciated for the expertise you bring to the team
• Competitive wages and an organization-wide belief in employee work/life balance
• Hybrid work model as directed by leadership team  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct vital signs and first aid as directed by prescribers 
• Administer medication injections as prescribed  
• Assess and report for medication efficacy for prescriber 
• Triage calls for medication prescriber  
• Coordinate care with community providers for continuity of care  
• Prepare prescription refill and respond to client medication phone calls  
• Check state registry for controlled medication prescribing history as indicated by NYS Law 
• Prepare and obtain medication preauthorization as needed  
• Provide cross coverage to other sites as needed
• Understanding of and/or interest in Trauma-Informed Care practices and individuals with persistent mental illness

Education and Requirements

• Requires an AAS degree 

 Qualifications

• Requires NYS professional certification as a Registered Nurse (RN) 
• Ability to complete and pass full background check
• Valid NYS driver’s license

Benefits You Will Love

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities
• Leaving an indisputable imprint within the community and much more!