Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking an Nurse Manager Registered Nurse to join our team at our program in Philadelphia, PA 19154.

Earn $43.86 hour.

Position Details

The Nurse Manager will provide Clozapine Support Services at both the Mt. Airy and Knights Rd OP locations as well as CIRC programs located at Knights Road and Armat and coordinates with physicians, pharmacies, labs, and REMS by following the PA Bulletin for Clozapine Support Services and the Merakey Clozapine protocol. Identifies clients who are appropriate and not appropriate for Clozaril/Clozapine Support Services in conjunction with the treating psychiatrist and treatment team. Reports non-compliance to the physician. Obtains signed consent form for all clients receiving Clozaril prior to starting the program. Register clients and physicians with the Clozaril REMS. Notify pharmacy of start date of new clients and physicians. Receive weekly Clozaril medication and check for accuracy prior to giving to the client or caregiver. Follow up with pharmacy and psychiatrist for corrective action if needed. Complete treatment plans every 6 months for all clients receiving Clozaril or more frequently if clinically advised. Provide client vouchers for Clozapine Support Services, by keeping track of time in and out for each client; this includes face to face and other activities provided for the clients on Clozaril. Provides timely, accurate documentation of all services rendered through submission of accurate and legible paperwork or electronic record as required by agency and payer guidelines. Participates in all quality improvement and quality assurance activities. Must register as provider and register the Mt. Airy OP MH location and Knights Rd OP MH location in order to provide Clozapine services.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Active RN license in PA
• Two years nursing experience and one year experience in a mental health setting with adults
• Experience with Clozapine REMs and Clozapine protocol preferred