Registered Nurse - TAG MedStaffing : Job Details

Job Description: Location: Mainly Manhattan but MUST be able to travel throughout the 5 boroughs Salary: $99,234- $111,525 Schedule: Mon- Fri from 9am-5pm Notes: IMT Team is an ACT team but patients are a bit more severe. More intensive than an ACT TeamIMT- They will have a car that's shared by the team. Plus public transportation. No Medicaid billingVisiting patients 8-10 times/month or more.They will have 2-3 meetings/week, this could increase over time. (remote option)The days in the office the RN would manage the medication room.Whoever's coming onboard needs to be flexibleYes mileage/Metrocard reimbursed Program Description: The Intensive Mobile Treatment (IMT) Team provides treatment and support services for individuals with frequent interaction with the mental health, substance abuse, criminal justice and homeless services systems and have been poorly served by traditional treatment models. IMT teams stay connected to individuals regardless of their location in shelter, on the street, in housing, hospital or jail. Organization Overview: Client is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency that support services to approximately 30,000 New Yorkers. We are two of New York City's leading human services organizations meeting the needs of children, youth and families, homeless individuals, and older adults through-out Manhattan and New York City. We work every day for a fair and just society where all people have the opportunity to make choices that lead to better lives for themselves and their families. Purpose of Position: The Registered Nurse (RN) works within the collaborative Intensive Mobile Treatment (IMT) model to provide client-centered, field-based nursing care. This role emphasizes holistic health management, addressing both mental and physical health needs using trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approaches. The role requires an RN who can be flexible, solution-oriented, and collaborative across various disciplines. Roles, Responsibilities and Essential Duties Medication management Oversee medication management, including delivery, administration, and monitoring of psychiatric medications for up to 27 clients in collaboration with the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP).Liaise between the PNP and pharmacies to ensure prompt delivery of medications to the IMT office and/or directly to clients.Maintain proper storage and documentation of onsite client medications including controlled substances and assist other providers in appropriately administering medications prescribed by IMT's PNP.Maintain proper documentation of medications that are delivered and/or administered per program policiesAdminister injectable medications (for example, Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics) in community settings Nursing services Assess psychiatric and medical status of clients; perform medical assessments and health screeningsProvide referrals to primary and specialty care, aid clients in scheduling appointments, escorting clients to appointments, and following up after appointments.Provide psychoeducation to clients and IMT staff on health and wellnessPerform or arrange blood draws and urine toxicology screenings as neededVisit clients in residential facilities, on the street, at hospitals, and in other locationsMaintain up-to-date client case records according to program guidelines Provide basic first aid services to clients as neededParticipate in the development of new systems to streamline client health care at IMT Participate as an IMT team member Participate in the collaborative cross-discipline model of IMTAttend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs to upgrade skills and knowledgeAttend supervision meetings to review client progress and case management strategiesMaintain up-to-date client case records according to program guidelinesAssist in obtaining medical records, insurance information, and other basic case management tasksProvide medical expertise to team members to aid in holistic understanding of clients with co-occurring conditions. Other duties as required or assigned Qualifications/Educational RequirementsActive NY State License as a Registered Professional Nurse 2+ years of nursing experience preferredDriver's License strongly preferred Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExperience working with people with histories of substance abuse, mental illness, homelessness, and trauma requiredUnderstanding of harm reduction techniques is a plusIMT, SMT, ACT, EMS, or similar field experience preferredFluency in Spanish a plus Computer SkillsAble to work in the Microsoft Office Suite, should especially be proficient in Word, Outlook, and Excel Able to use or learn to use AWARDS database Able to use or learn other electronic databases, programs, and funder-related software as needed such as PSYCKES, HEALTHIX, etc. Physical Requirements/Working ConditionsWalking, climbing stairs Field work required; Must be able to travel throughout the 5 boroughs