Registered Nurse (RN) - Albany, NY

Job description

AthenaPsych is a New York State mental health-approved provider of community mental health services for children, adults, and families with behavioral and emotional challenges. We specialize in individual and group psychotherapy for clients with a focus on trauma-informed care. We are dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of mental health care for all, especially individuals from underserved communities. Here at Athena, we pride ourselves on hiring a diverse group of mental health clinicians and staff who are passionate and dedicated to improving our clients’ overall emotional well-being. We provide both in-person and telehealth services for our clients and offer a competitive compensation plan and amazing benefits to our staff. **Are You a Good Fit For Us?** We're seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in providing high-quality, client-centered care at our community mental health clinic. The RN will play a key role in supporting psychiatric care by conducting brief medical screenings, performing medication follow-ups, and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to support client recovery and wellness. ### Duties and Responsibilities: - Conduct brief medical screenings and assessments of new and returning clients to identify health concerns and support psychiatric evaluation. - Perform follow-up assessments for clients on psychiatric medications, including monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and adherence. - Coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, and case managers. - Document all client interactions and assessments accurately and promptly in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). - Track and document medication compliance, flagging concerns for the prescriber and treatment team as needed. - Monitor for adverse drug reactions, drug-drug interactions, and changes in client condition that may warrant medication adjustments. - Educate clients and caregivers on psychiatric medications, including purpose, potential side effects, proper usage, and the importance of adherence. - Collaborate closely with psychiatrists and prescribing providers to communicate medication-related observations and participate in care planning. - Support crisis intervention efforts within the RN's scope of practice as needed. - Maintain compliance with clinic policies, licensing regulations, and HIPAA standards. - Prepare and administer injectable medications per clinical protocols and safety standards. - Coordinate laboratory testing by submitting lab requests and reviewing results to support clinical decision-making. - Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews and team meetings, as requested. ### Qualifications: - Current and valid RN license in the state of New York. - Minimum of 1 year of experience in a psychiatric, community health, or primary care setting preferred. - Knowledge of psychiatric medications and common side effects. - Strong assessment and documentation skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. - CPR/BLS certification required. - Bilingual Spanish is highly preferred