Registered Nurse (RN)

AthenaPsych is a New York State mental health-approved provider of community mental health services for children, adults, and families with behavioral and emotional challenges. We specialize in individual and group psychotherapy for clients with a focus on trauma-informed care. Athena is dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of mental health care for all, especially individuals from underserved communities.

Here at Athena, we pride ourselves on hiring a diverse group of mental health clinicians and staff who are passionate and dedicated to improving our clients’ overall emotional well-being. We provide both in-person and telehealth services for our clients.

Are You a Good Fit For Us?

We're seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in providing high-quality, client-centered care at our community mental health clinic. The RN will play a key role in supporting psychiatric care by conducting brief medical screenings, performing medication follow-ups, and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to support client recovery and wellness.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct brief medical screenings and assessments of new and returning clients to identify health concerns and support psychiatric evaluation.
• Perform follow-up assessments for clients on psychiatric medications, including monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and adherence.
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, and case managers.
• Document all client interactions and assessments accurately and promptly in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Track and document medication compliance, flagging concerns for the prescriber and treatment team as needed.
• Monitor for adverse drug reactions, drug-drug interactions, and changes in client condition that may warrant medication adjustments.
• Educate clients and caregivers on psychiatric medications, including purpose, potential side effects, proper usage, and the importance of adherence.
• Collaborate closely with psychiatrists and prescribing providers to communicate medication-related observations and participate in care planning.
• Support crisis intervention efforts within the RN's scope of practice as needed.
• Maintain compliance with clinic policies, licensing regulations, and HIPAA standards.
• Prepare and administer injectable medications per clinical protocols and safety standards.
• Coordinate laboratory testing by submitting lab requests and reviewing results to support clinical decision-making.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews and team meetings, as requested.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in the state of New York.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a psychiatric, community health, or primary care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications and common side effects.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Bilingual Spanish is highly preferred