Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN) Home Health (PRN / Contract)

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN)- Home Health (PRN / Contract) Silveroak Home Health Care Service, Inc Hollywood, FL Job Details Contract From $40 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Behavioral interventions CPR Certification Psychiatry RN License BLS Certification CPR Driver's License Russian Risk assessment Home health Full Job Description About the

Position:

Silveroak Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) to provide mental health nursing services in Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs). The ideal candidate will have experience administering long-acting psychiatric intramuscular (IM) injections, conducting mental health assessments, monitoring medication effectiveness and side effects, and collaborating with psychiatric providers to support optimal patient outcomes. This position is offered on a PRN/contract basis with flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities:

Administer scheduled psychiatric intramuscular (IM) injections, including long-acting injectable medications, in accordance with physician orders and agency policies Perform comprehensive mental health and behavioral assessments Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, side effects, and changes in mental status Conduct follow-up nursing visits to evaluate treatment response and overall psychiatric stability Communicate significant findings and changes in condition to psychiatrists, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members Educate patients, caregivers, and ALF staff regarding psychiatric diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and symptom management Assess patient safety, including risk factors related to psychiatric conditions Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in the agency's EMR system Collaborate with facility staff, physicians, case managers, and family members to ensure continuity of care Maintain compliance with all agency, state, federal, and home health regulations

Requirements:

Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience Experience administering psychiatric IM injections, including long-acting injectable medications preferred Knowledge of common psychiatric diagnoses, psychotropic medications, and behavioral health interventions Strong assessment and critical thinking skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload Reliable transportation and valid driver's license Current CPR certification Must meet all credentialing requirements for home health employment

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in psychiatric nursing, behavioral health, community mental health, or home health Experience working with Assisted Living Facility (ALF) residents Familiarity with Kinnser/WellSky or other home health EMR systems Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Compensation:

Competitive per-visit rate based on experience Why Join Silveroak Home Health Care? Flexible scheduling Supportive clinical leadership team Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the mental health and well-being of vulnerable populations Collaborative work environment with experienced healthcare professionals

Pay:

From $40.00 per hour

Language:

Russian (Preferred)

License/Certification:

RN License (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Hollywood, FL 33020 (Required)

Work Location:

In person