What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACT RN/ LPN (Part-time) position at New Horizon Counseling Center?
•ACT teams are multi-disciplinary and include psychiatry, nursing, social work, peer specialists and other staff members offering intensive, community-based care to individuals with severe mental illness, focusing on medication management, rehabilitation, treatment and recovery support services in home and community settings
•Using a person-centered approach, team members collaborate to deliver comprehensive, integrated and flexible services
•With a small staff to participant ratio, in-person and on phone services are brought to the participant and offered in the community setting
Key Responsibilities:
- Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct health and psychiatric assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor client progress.
- Medication Management: Administer medications, manage the medication system, monitor for side effects, and educate clients and staff on medications.
- Health Promotion & Education: Lead health promotion activities, educate clients on wellness topics, recovery strategies, and their health conditions.
- Community-Based Care: Provide care in community settings, such as clients' homes, ensuring consistent support outside traditional clinics.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with other ACT team members, psychiatrists, and external healthcare providers to provide integrated care.
- Advocacy: Advocate for participants to ensure they receive necessary medical care and access to community supports.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate health records and document client progress according to agency policies
Skills and Qualifications:
- Nursing License: A valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license is required.
- Specialized Skills: Strong engagement, assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills are essential.
- Mental Health Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of mental health symptoms, treatments, and recovery is beneficial.
- Flexibility: The role demands flexibility and resilience, as care is delivered in community settings and travel throughout Queens (primarily) is a must.
- Empathy and Rapport: The ability to build trust and rapport with clients and their families is crucial for effective treatment.
Salary : $42 - $50