Job Information
Amergis Psych RN - Lynn, MA in Lynn, Massachusetts
Amergis is seeking a dedicated Respite Nurse that can work in a fast paced environment. Our ideal candidate will have 3 year's experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illnesses. This person will provide oversight, guidance and assistance to clients in understanding their medical conditions; as well as performing any appropriate direct medical care that is needed.
Details of the position include:
Location: Lynn, MA
Duration: 13 weeks to start
Facility Type: Adult Community Psych Facility
Schedule: Mon-Fri, Days (can accommodate 8-4, or 9-5)
Pay: $55/hr
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Provide education and consultation to consumers and staff regarding medical health, medication and medical topics.
Provide 1:1 training in specific individualized need areas.
Develop and conduct groups and trainings for consumers and staff in general areas of health and wellness including nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation.
Assist consumers with accessing community resources that will support and assist with addressing needs and health wellness efforts.
Provide oversight, guidance and assistance to consumers with understanding their medical conditions.
Meet with consumers and staff to discuss any medical diagnoses and conditions, causes, symptoms, complications, and treatment options.
Perform direct medical care for a consumer as appropriate and ordered by physician which may include monitoring of vitals, wound care, etc. This includes providing interventions specific to consumer IAP for medical/health and wellness goal areas
Review all medical documentation for each consumer at respite and as assigned and provide medical care consultation and coordination as needed.
Provide assistance coordinating overall medical care for consumers and ensuring medical follow up is done as needed.
Provide interventions to consumers that focus on education and skills training in relation to health and wellness issues. Assist the team and consumers by providing methods for on-going assessment of symptoms and treatment effectiveness and identify appropriate responses/actions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
BSN required
3+ years working with people with severe and persistent mental illnesses preferred
*Bilingual a plus!
ABOUT THE FACILITY:
This position is at an Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) program. ACCS offers supports to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Each individual works with a team of professionals to develop an Individualized Action Plan (IAP), which is a comprehensive plan of all services and supports he or she wishes to receive. The type, intensity, and duration of services provided are guided by the individual and the clinical team.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding the positions. Thank you!
Adam Batchelor | Amergis Healthcare Services
Recruiter| Government Services
781-657-1826 | adbatche@amergis.com
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.