Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Registered Nurse

Description

Bring Your Passion.

Carolina Outreach is seeking a Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Registered Nurse to deliver medical and psychiatric care to individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders who are involved in the criminal justice system.

Build Your Purpose.

As a Forensic ACT RN, you will provide medication management, health monitoring, crisis intervention, and care coordination while working closely with law enforcement, courts, probation/parole, and correctional healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and successful community reintegration. This role emphasizes forensic treatment planning, risk assessment, and legal system collaboration to support justice-involved individuals.

Position Highlights:

• Administer and monitor medications, provide health education, and ensure adherence to prescribed treatments.

• Conduct health assessments and screenings to identify physical and psychiatric needs requiring medical or clinical intervention.

• Collaborate with criminal justice and behavioral health partners to coordinate medical and psychiatric care for justice-involved individuals.

• Support reentry and continuity of care for individuals transitioning from incarceration to community-based services.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, providing medical input, crisis support, and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.

The above statements describe the general nature of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Location: Greenville, NC

Compensation: $75,000.00

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Certification / Licensure Requirements:
  • Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) currently licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina.
  • Certifications: Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required within 90 days of hire. CPR/First Aid certification required.
  • Valid Driver’s License and Reliable Transportation required.
• Experience / Knowledge Requirements:
  • Preferred: Experience in crisis intervention, emergency psychiatry, or correctional nursing.
  • Knowledge of criminal justice system processes, forensic risk assessment, and reentry planning.
  • Experience working with justice-involved individuals with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

Grow with Us.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from ncgCARE's competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for child care.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Join a team dedicated to providing responsive, effective, and compassionate care to our communities. Together, we can make a difference—starting with you.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ncgCARE and its affiliated partners are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals as needed. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at hrteam@ncgcare.com.

ncgCARE participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with ncgCARE will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States.
ncgCARE offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace

Salary : $75,000