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Forensic ACT RN
Upstate Caring Partners
Utica, NY, USA
USD 38.5-40.5 / hour
Posted on Apr 6, 2025
Pay $38.50 - $40.50 an hour
Community Health and Behavioral Services (CHBS) is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to function as part of the multidisciplinary treatment team for the Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Team.
The Forensic ACT RN role is responsible to assess and monitor medical concerns, review, provide nursing care to program participants, complete required documentation, provide in-services to staff, collaborate with physicians and nurse practitioners, administer injections, administer toxicology screenings, participate as part of the CHBS Forensic ACT team collaborative model, and participate in support relevant agency activities. The Forensic ACT RN role provides comprehensive community-based care managing both physical and mental health needs for those with involvement with the criminal justice system, aligned with NYS Office of Mental Health's ACT program guidelines.
Core Responsibilities
- Monitor and assess program participant’s medical and mental health status of clients, ensuring that any medical or psychiatric issues are identified and addressed promptly.
- Provide routine and emergency nursing care to program participants.
- Complete all required documentation and reports according to program regulations.
- Provide nursing and medical in-services to staff as requested.
- Train and maintain clinic staff competencies on administering Narcan.
- Administer prescribed medications in accordance with the healthcare plan, monitor for side effects, and educate Forensic ACT clients about their medications.
- Administer toxicology screenings.
- Answer calls from clients, internal departments and external providers.
- Provides Crisis/On call Services as scheduled
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
- Participate as a member of the CHBS Forensic ACT Team.
- Respond to crisis situations for immediate support as needed.
- Adhere to mandatory reporting requirements and HIPAA laws.
- Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.
- This job description aligns with the New York State Office of Mental Health's guidelines for Forensic ACT programs, emphasizing a comprehensive, team-based approach to delivering mental health services to justice-involved individuals.
Qualifications
- AAS Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Current and valid NYS RN license.
- Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License.
Benefits
Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.
- Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Plan 403(b)
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Service Awards
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Employee Discounts
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org
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