REGISTERED NURSE (ACT TEAM/CLINIC)

*Seneca Health Services is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center in wild, wonderful West Virginia. We provide responsible, accessible, and progressive behavioral health services. We have a wide range of professionals who are passionate about helping our clients through substance use or mental health treatment.* *With four outpatient clinics and an intensive treatment location in Greenbrier, Nicholas, Pocahontas and Webster Counties, we serve a wide population. Our services include Crisis Services, Substance Use Disorder Assistance, Mental Health Services, and Intellectual Disabilities Support.* *We are committed to supporting the well-being of our team members by offering comprehensive and innovative compensation and benefits package that prioritizes work-life balance. Some of our offerings include flexible schedules, remote work options (when possible), retirement, generous paid time off, lifestyle spending account, professional development, tuition assistance and loan repayment – all designed to promote both physical and mental health. We believe that a healthy, happy workforce is key to success, and we strive to create a supportive environment that allows our staff to thrive both professionally and personally.* RNs provide psychiatric nursing services for ACT clients. Conduct activities such as psychiatric assessments, linkage, and advocacy to maintain and support ACT clients in their community placements. Coordinate, train and supervise AMAP certified employees. The overall goal of the ACT team is to reduce the number of inpatient hospitalizations and assist the consumer in developing a comprehensive and successful community placement. Provide high-quality nursing assistance to physicians and other medical professionals while ensuring comprehensive client care and maximizing efficiency. Ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and effective clinical services by reviewing and auditing documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to regulatory standards. **QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:** Current West Virginia Registered Nurse licensure required. One year experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness, intellectual developmental disability and/or substance use disorder preferred. Must be certified or eligible to be certified in WV to provide instruction and supervision of the WV AMAP program. Valid driver’s license and vehicle required. Must pass a Criminal Background Check and Employment Fitness Determination through WVCARES and a drug screen. Demonstrated knowledge of basic computer skills required. **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED** Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees and others. Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of behavioral health and health care regulations and compliance. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** 1. Provide staff and client training on medications and other health related issues; coordinate, train and supervise AMAP certified employees. 2. Perform basic health and medical assessments. 3. Coordinate health care provided to ACT clients in the community; provide advocacy for clients at medical appointments; link clients with needed support in the community. 4. Provide psychotropic medication monitoring, tracking, and administration. 5. Provide assessment, treatment planning, and service delivery to ACT clients. 6. Make home visits, administer injections, assess symptoms and response to medication, and oversee prescriptions and medication maintenance. 7. Participate in daily meetings and treatment plan meetings, as required. 8. Provide general support to ensure ADL functions are complete. 9. Works closely with ACT staff to encourage client medication compliance. 10. Assess symptom acuity and coordinates appropriate interventions/supports to prevent hospitalizations/commitments. 1…