About this role
Department: Staunton Clinic Work Hours: 24 hours per week (minimum). This is a flex schedule, days/hours can change based on coverage needs. No weekends.
Basic Function: Coordination of services, education, advocacy and direct care to individuals with mental illness/intellectual disabilities and their families who require supports to support recovery and increase community tenure within the least restrictive setting across the continuum of care. Provides nursing support to the psychiatric team completing Triage/screening for all incoming calls related to medication/symptoms/patient concerns.
Qualifications: Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Pennsylvania license. Successful completion of applicable clearances as outlined in Human Resources policy HR-106 prior to commencing employment. BLS certification. Valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a psychiatric setting. Recent experience in case management, UR, or D/C planning. Knowledge/ability to assess and utilize community resources.
Preferred: Knowledge of venipuncture, Clozaril monitoring and decanoate injections.