Position Purpose:
The Child Crisis Residential (CIRCA) Nurse will provide medication services to the persons served in the program. The Nurse will be responsible for providing nursing assessments, medication distribution, medical administration records, and overseeing the health of persons served while in the program. The Nurse will also be an active participant in the treatment team to provide individualized and appropriate treatment for persons served.
What you will do:
Provide immediate stabilization and support for persons served admitted to the programPerform nursing assessments and function as a liaison with the PCP and other medical providersAdminister, monitor, and document medicationVerify prescription coverage to ensure continuity of care in medication treatmentConduct groups for persons served regarding physical health in relation to mental healthMinimum Qualifications:
Registered Nurse with a minimum and 2 years of paid behavioral health care experienceCurrent RN License from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.Valid Driver’s License required.Pre-employment drug screening, Act 33/34/73 clearancesPosition Highlights and Benefits:
Benefits start Day 1 of employment!Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403B, PTO, Paid Holiday Days, and more!!Schedule: This is a part-time non-exempt position (15 hours/week minimum)
Sunday and Monday with a possibility of 1-2 additional shifts per week including evenings, weekends, on call, and/or holidays as assigned.About Pittsburgh Mercy:
We're a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area's most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.
Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance abuse, Physical health needs, Intellectual disabilities, and Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.