Behavioral Health Nurse Specialist

7 days ago


Watertown, New York, United States Childrens Home of Jefferson Full time

**Job Summary**: We are seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at the Childrens Home of Jefferson. As a Behavioral Health Nurse Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and treatment to mentally ill individuals in an outpatient behavioral health clinic.

About the Role: This is a full-time position requiring traditional and non-traditional hours. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide well-rounded medical care for patients. Your responsibilities will include performing practical nursing care, coordinating with pharmacies and internal/external medication prescribers, and other clinical staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct nursing care to clients, including vital signs, blood pressure, and blood sugar monitoring.
  • Administer injections as directed by prescribers and coordinate prescription refills.
  • Organize and administer medications to clients in respite programs.
  • Cross-check charts for refills and request refills from prescribers when necessary.
  • Contact pharmacies to arrange for refills and coordinate insurance company requests for pre-approval.
  • Liaise with various treatment providers, including pharmacies, hospitals, case managers, prescribers, primary medical providers, and families of consumers.

Requirements:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current NYS License.
  • Prior nursing experience with children/adolescents preferred.
  • CPR and First Aid certified preferred.

About Our Team: At the Childrens Home of Jefferson, we value teamwork, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality.

What We Offer: We offer a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional growth and development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.



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