Health and Wellness Registered Nurse for Health ...

Job Details   Description HEALTH AND WELLNESS REGISTERED NURSE HEALTHY TRANSISTION PROGRAM FULL-TIME EXEMPT Thrive Behavioral Health, the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic for Kent County, has been delivering mental health and substance use services since 1976. Thrive Behavioral Health understands the benefits of delivering high quality, low-cost care for Rhode Islanders. Thrive's unique programs and services are built on evidence based, person-centric care models. Our programs include: Adult Mental Health, Youth and Family, Substance Use, Housing, Teen and Young Adult, Court Ordered, and Crisis Behavioral Health. With more than a dozen locations across Rhode Island and more than 300 employees, Thrive is continuing to grow and meet the needs of the community. General Summary: The Health and Wellness Nurse will provide comprehensive care to clients by integrating recovery plans and developing personalized wellness plans. The nurse will primarily work in the community, supporting clients in managing psychiatric symptoms, medications, and overall well- being through tailored nutrition and exercise planning. Some office work will be required, including providing coverage for administering injections and/or managing medications. The nurse will work closely with Thrive Behavioral Health's HT Coordinated Care Specialty team and outside healthcare providers to ensure a holistic approach to client care. Schedule: Mon-Fri, First Shift Location: Warwick, RI Salary: Starts at $80,0000 annually / depends on experience Did you know... studies have shown that the number one reason a person chooses not to apply for a role is because they do not think they'll be hired if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications? Thrive understands that while certain criteria are requirements of the job, other skills can be taught to the right person. Please consider applying anyway. Essential Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, develop care plans, and evaluate treatment effectiveness in direct client care. Primarily work in the community with clients, providing support in real-world settings. Administer medications, including injections, when working in the office, adhering to Thrive Behavioral Health's policies and procedures. Monitor psychiatric symptoms and assist in managing medication regimens to promote client stability. Develop and implement personalized nutrition and exercise plans tailored to individual needs. Support clients during outside provider appointments, ensuring continuity of care and clear communication across healthcare providers. Collaborate with psychiatrists, medical doctors, and a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated, team-based care. Provide consultation and education on mental health, chemical dependency, chronic disease management, and overall wellness to the community. Facilitate education for clients on daily living skills, medication management, and self-care strategies. Assist clients in building support networks to achieve their health and wellness goals. Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, ensuring a unified and coordinated approach to client care. Complete clinical documentation and client records in compliance with Thrive's standards and applicable regulations. Uphold a positive representation of Thrive Behavioral Health by aligning with its guiding principles and professional code of ethics. Adhere to Thrive's Guiding Principles. Qualifications Education, Experience and Competencies: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing 3 years' experience in mental health setting required. Certifications, Licenses Requirements: Rhode Island registered nursing license required Valid driver's license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required, or the ability to obtain necessary transportation in order to perform the responsibilities/tasks of the job Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities in meeting the expectations of the position. EEO/VET/LGBTQ+ Employee Benefits: 3 weeks' vacation to start, increases to 4 weeks after 2 years of employment 10 sick days per year 1 Float day Birthday off 11 paid holidays Paid lunch Low-deductible medical insurance plan Dental insurance as low as $0/month Vision Insurance Company-paid life insurance worth 2x your annual salary + Long Term Disability 401k with 2% company match Optional Aflac, additional life insurance, and pet insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee referral bonuses All employees are considered benefit eligible if their schedule is 17.5 hours per week or more. Time-off balances are pro-rated for part-time employees. Insurance plans remain the same regardless of FT or PT benefit eligibility. Thrive believes in healthy work/life balance and a friendly/family working environment, whose values include Dignity, Respect, Teamwork and Professional Support and Development.

Created: 2024-10-19