Psychiatric Nurse LPN

The Behavioral Health Nurse (LPN or RN) works in conjunction with behavioral health providers to provide professional, team based integrative care and nursing support in a clinical setting. Under clinical supervision of the Medical Director, administrative supervision of the Program Director, the nurse will play a critical role in the delivery of quality, patient-centered integrative care within the context of a qualified partial care program.

• A.
• Communicates with patients in a courteous and professional manner in face to face encounters and via telephone.
• Educates the patient and family member on the patient’s diagnosis and health care self management, within scope of knowledge and authority.
• B.
• Participates with the Provider in the implementation of the plan of care and multidisciplinary patient education.
• Promotes the Team-based Care Model by participating in daily huddles and departmental meetings to communicate and collaborate on patient issues and needs.
• C.
• Conducts initial nursing assessment for patients including (but not limited to): obtaining vital signs, reconciling medication lists and allergies, and identifying patient’s chief complaint.
• Assist in coordinating outside tests, procedures and doctor’s appointments.
• Administers medications including IM and Sub Q injections ordered by Provider.
• Documents clinical activities and patient interactions in EMR; monitor utilization and review as needed.
• Assists provider in monitoring lab results, telephone encounters, and requests for refills. Communicates these outcomes and results with patients.
• Interacts with other agencies/medical entities in regards to patient medical information and documents referrals when necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Medical Director and Program Director.
• D.
• Assists with ensuring that patient encounters are properly coded and documented.
• E.
• Demonstrates proficiency in management of Behavioral Health diagnosis, including knowledge of psychiatric medications (including side effects), substance abuse, and crisis intervention.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, with state licensure, required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.

Full Time/Part Time

Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Mercer Behavioral Health is an Adult Partial Care Program that serves the mental health population in Mercer County, New Jersey.