Job Description

The expected salary range for this position is based on several factors including market, funding, candidates experience level, skills, schedule, training, relevant degree and related knowledge. Our ranges are developed and published as good faith estimates for the position.

Salary Range: $89,557 - $97,430 | Office benefit package (Parking/Remote Expenses): $50/Month subject to change

RADIAS Health  is a nonprofit Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders services organization customizing community based services through the integration of knowledge, compassion, and collaboration. We are committed to being an anti-racist organization, welcoming all people's lived experiences and building on strengths to facilitate recovery.

The Registered Nurse will provide professional, quality program services to the clients served by the Youth ACT team, individuals aged 14-20 years old and to clients served by all other RADIAS Health programs. Promote the physical and mental health of clients on the Youth ACT team by monitoring, educating, and coaching clients as needed. Work with other members of the treatment team to assist clients to obtain and maintain an optimum quality of life. Provide nursing leadership for all aspects of client care.

Take the lead role and participate in providing medication administration, education and medical services.

• Have knowledge of the operational expectations and policies and procedures for each assignment area.
• Develop, maintain and supervise team psychopharmacologic and medical treatment and medication policies and procedures. This includes administering, evaluating and recording psychotropic medications prescribed by the team prescriber (Psychiatrist or APRN).
• Evaluate and chart psychotropic medication effectiveness, complications and side effects, and arrange for required lab work according to protocol.
• Participate in daily team meetings and treatment planning meetings.
• Work with the teams to provide ACT services for clients, assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall recovery goals and plans in collaboration with the client and the treatment team.
• Manage the system of distribution of medication to clients and integrating medication administration into clients’ individual treatment plans.
• Administer injectable medications to clients using best practice.
• Routine supervision with Team Lead and the Director of Nursing
• Actively and assertively engage with clients and their natural supports.
• Manage pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
• Maintain a record of controlled medications and samples and manage the destruction of outstanding medications.
• Coordinate, schedule, and administer medical assessments of client physical health, make appropriate referrals to community physicians, and coordinate psychiatric treatment with medical treatment providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Work with the prescriber to coordinate care with external providers to encourage consistent and appropriate ongoing care of the client.
• Assess and establish appropriate medication management plans for clients including obtaining necessary prescriptions, medication administration, and monitoring side effects. Promote skill building for medication self-management.
• Provide cross-training to teams on topics related to the integration of mental health/ physical health and medication.
• Support the medication administration certification process for RSS Mental Health Counselors, IRTS staff, and any other appropriate staff, as needed.
• Work with clients on all aspects of psychiatric rehabilitation, support, and psychotherapeutic interventions identified in the treatment plan.
• Take and document vitals on clients as appropriate.
• Process all prior authorizations in collaboration with prescriber.
• Keep appropriate records and do necessary charting as required.
• Supervise all aspects of medication administration.
• Treat medical problems requiring nursing judgments and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Transcribe all physicians’ orders on the Physician Order Sheets.
• Coordinate OSHA regulation requirements.
• Provide courteous and respectful care to all clients.
• Work effectively and professionally with other staff members.
• Review all medication errors and narcotic off counts as relevant to program requirements.
• Arrange for biohazard disposal, medication audits and lab tests if needed.
• Provide education or refer clients to educational resources for optimal health.
• File reports with Vulnerable Adult, the Ombudsman’s Office, Child Protection, and other mandated/required reports when appropriate.
• Participate in evening, weekend, and holiday coverage and be on-call as needed by the team.
• Must transport clients in the community and be in different office locations when necessary.
• Complete all paperwork, reports, and charting contemporaneously and in an organized manner.
• Participate actively in on-going professional growth and development; maintain appropriate professional behavior and participate in appropriate supervision.
• Maintain a pattern of regular work hours

Requirements

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
• Preferred : bachelor's degree and experience in inpatient, outpatient, or community psychiatric setting.

Benefits

• 4 weeks PTO first year of employment
• Casual dress code
• 12 holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Health Saving Accounts (HSA) + employer contribution and Flexible Saving Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Dependent Care Account (DCA) + employer contribution
• Reimbursement for professional licensure fees
• 403b retirement plan with an employer percentage match
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Bereavement and paid parental leave
• Wellness program to support employee overall health and well-being
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Variety of discounts through ADP LifeSmart
• Pet insurance

**Benefits eligibility based on employment status**

RADIAS Health is proud to be a LGBTQIA+, anti-racist, all-inclusive, and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

RADIAS Health is committed to pay transparency and equity, providing all employees and applicants with access to starting salary. disability, or any other protected class status.

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