Registered Nurse Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Hegira Health, Inc. - 3.1 Westland, MI Job Details Full-time $70,554 - $78,874 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Nursing Vital signs RN License Outpatient experience Data collection Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) to join our dynamic mental health and behavioral healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive clinical expertise, a passion for community-based care, and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals with complex mental health needs. As a Registered Nurse in the ACT program, you will provide comprehensive, person-centered nursing services in an outpatient setting, emphasizing recovery, resilience, and community integration. Technical Duties Complete initial nursing assessment or health history for all ACT consumers. As needed, provide nursing assistance to staff psychiatrist in the administration and documentation of medication administration, including injections, on-site and in community-based settings. Provides crisis intervention services in office and in the community. Educates consumer and team members regarding substance abuse and medication interactions. Communicates regularly with other medical and clinical staff regarding consumer health care and medication needs. Educates and supports consumers in relation to their behavioral health and physical health and wellness care. Facilitate communication for authorization of medications, ordering of laboratory tests, and filling of prescriptions, as needed. In conjunction with the staff psychiatrist, secure and monitor stock and complimentary starter dose (sample) drugs. Obtain, process, and monitor consumer medication assistance program medication. Monitor medical conditions and appropriateness of care; make recommendations and referrals regarding identified or suspected medical conditions. Monitor and document medication compliance. Provide assistance to staff and consumers to facilitate improved medication compliance. Maintain accurate and timely information in the electronic health record (EHR) and support the mission of population health management, data collection and outcome measures. Distribute sample and consumer assistant programs medications. Follow 24-hour crisis on-call schedule. Attend daily ACT team meetings. 2 Complete a progress note for all treatment services documenting vital signs, behavioral observations, etc. Document using language meeting professional standards, abbreviations per HHI approved listings and error correction processes per policy. Report medication issues, including non-compliance and adverse side effects, to clinic psychiatrist and/or Program Coordinator immediately. Provide clinical support to team members as assigned by Program Coordinator Join our team dedicated to providing exceptional community-based nursing care that empowers individuals on their path toward recovery and improved quality of life!

Pay:

$70,554.00 - $78,874.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person