Registered Nurse

Established in 1948, The Mission of ASCEND Mental Wellness is to improve the quality of life for those affected by mental illness and to promote the awareness and importance of mental wellbeing in the community.

ASCEND is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to work in various program sites within our agency and community (local travel required). Must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse by New York State. Continued employment is dependent upon retention of licensure.

ASCEND offers a comprehensive benefit package including healthcare benefits, retirement plan enrollment, and paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 floating holidays, vacation, personal and sick time. Salary based on qualifications.

We offer a flexible schedule, no weekends and family friendly environment!

A sign-on bonus is offered for this position.

Must have 2-3 years of clinical experience, preferably in mental health, along with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Direct oversight for the Agency LPN positions and responsibilities.
• Directs client care plan activities.
• Act as the Tobacco Cessation Specialist for the Agency.
• Lead as medical liaison with external medical providers for client care.
• Lead and participate as necessary in the delivery and evaluation of care and assists staff in ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of clients and help to maintain the integrity of the client care.
• Coordinate health education for staff and clients as necessary.
• Coordinate and operate the Clinic’s Psychotropic Medication Injection service for identified clients as needed.
• Coordinate and operate the Health Monitoring program at Caleo.
• Relies on experience and judgment and a certain degree of creativity and latitude to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of tasks including administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, etc., as necessary, and ensures the accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation.
• Coordinate and assist Caleo Nurse Practitioners with prior authorizations, IStops, and phone calls to clients regarding medication issues.
• Coordination of the Clozaril program at Caleo Counseling.

ASCEND Mental Wellness provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $74,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Outpatient

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Clinical: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person