Registered Nurse (RN)

Pines Behavioral Health is looking for a Licensed RN to work on our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. They would be responsible for conducting psychiatric assessments; screening participants for medical problems/side effects; assessing physical health needs; communicating and coordinating services with other medical providers; engaging in health promotion, prevention and education activities; providing management and administration of the medication, including documenting treatment in conjunction with the psychiatrist and developing strategies to maximize the taking of medications as prescribed; providing training to other team members to help them monitor psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects.

Licensed RN in the State of Michigan with minimum of three years professional experience with one year of experience with community mental health facilities and knowledge of psychiatric practices. Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.

This position is 40-hours per week Monday through Friday and also requires participation on the ACT on-call rotation schedule (additionally compensated).Wage range is $53,248 - $74,838 based on education, licensure and experience. Excellent fringe benefits. Join our dynamic Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team as a Registered Nurse dedicated to transforming mental health care delivery. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive, person-centered nursing services to individuals with complex mental health needs within the community. Your expertise will help promote recovery, independence, and well-being by delivering tailored interventions in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve while working in a fast-paced, supportive setting committed to excellence and innovation.

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, mental status evaluations, and physical examinations to inform individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments such as injections.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement recovery-oriented treatment plans aligned with patients’ goals and needs.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric episodes or behavioral challenges.
• Educate patients and their families on medication management, self-care techniques, and community resources to support ongoing recovery.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as PCE, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in case management activities, including coordination of care with primary care providers, behavioral health specialists, and community agencies.

Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with relevant state licensing boards.
• Proven experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral health conditions in community or inpatient settings.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing practices, including medication administration (including injections), trauma-informed care, and crisis response procedures.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as PCE for accurate documentation and patient record management.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment delivering person-centered care plans.
• Ability to perform physical assessments, vital signs measurement, and basic life support (BLS).
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare regulations including HIPAA.
• Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to empowering individuals through compassionate nursing care! This role offers an engaging environment where your skills directly impact community well-being while fostering professional growth in a supportive organization dedicated to excellence in mental health services.

Pay: $53,248.00 - $81,972.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• professional: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,248 - $81,972