ACT Registered Nurse (RN)

Position overview

We are seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team providing comprehensive behavioral health services to adults living with serious and persistent mental illness. This position combines psychiatric nursing, medication management, community-based care, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration to help clients achieve greater independence and stability.

Working alongside behavioral health professionals, case managers, therapists, psychiatrists, and community partners, the ACT Nurse provides direct nursing care, medication oversight, health assessments, client education, care coordination, and advocacy while supporting recovery-focused treatment plans.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed oral medications and injectable medications
• Monitor medication effectiveness and adverse reactions
• Complete nursing assessments and evaluate physical health concerns
• Monitor vital signs and document clinical findings
• Develop individualized nursing care plans
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings
• Coordinate care with physicians, hospitals, pharmacies, and community agencies
• Assist clients with medication adherence through coaching and education
• Maintain medication records and documentation in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs)
• Educate staff regarding medication administration procedures
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records
• Complete behavioral health documentation and service plans
• Perform crisis assessment and medical triage as appropriate
• Make referrals to hospitals and specialty providers when indicated
• Serve as an advocate for clients and families
• Lead or assist with educational and therapeutic groups
• Participate in community outreach and follow-up services
• Collaborate with community partners to coordinate behavioral health treatment
• Ensure documentation meets agency, funding, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain confidentiality while providing ethical, recovery-focused care
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Compensation

• $54.47-$65.96 per hour depending on experience
• $5,500 Hiring Bonus (2-Year Commitment; Taxed Staggered Payout)
• Potential 10% bilingual differential after successful language assessment

Schedule

• Full Time
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Community-based position with occasional travel

Why nurses are applying

• Monday-Friday schedule with no rotating shifts
• Join an established Assertive Community Treatment team
• Collaborative multidisciplinary behavioral health environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Generous hiring bonus
• Strong retirement contribution
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities
• Relocation assistance available
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Career growth within community mental health

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 6% Employer 401(k) Match
• Tuition Reimbursement Potential
• Paid Vacation Program
• Nine Paid Holidays
• Community Service Day
• Floating Holiday
• Two Mental Health Days After One Year
• Flexible Work Schedule Options After One Year (Position Dependent)
• Relocation Assistance Up To $4,000 (Distance Based)
• NHSC & Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Paid Licensure Supervision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Benefits
• Dependent Care Benefits
• Long-Term Disability Insurance

Requirements

• Active Oregon Registered Nurse License REQUIRED
• Registered Nurse Education Meeting Oregon Licensure Requirements REQUIRED
• Ability to Work Full-Time Monday-Friday REQUIRED
• Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Nursing, or Community Mental Health Experience Preferred
• Experience Working With Individuals Living With Serious Mental Illness Preferred
• Knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) or Ability to Learn REQUIRED
• Ability to Independently Assess Medical and Behavioral Health Needs REQUIRED
• Medication Administration Experience REQUIRED
• Experience Administering Injectable Medications Preferred
• Electronic Medical Record Experience REQUIRED
• Strong Documentation Skills REQUIRED
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills REQUIRED
• Ability to Work Effectively Within a Multidisciplinary Team REQUIRED
• Ability to Coordinate Care Across Multiple Agencies REQUIRED
• Knowledge of Recovery-Oriented Care Preferred
• Ability to Pass Criminal Background Check REQUIRED
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen REQUIRED
• Valid Driver's License REQUIRED
• Personal Automobile Insurance Meeting Agency Requirements REQUIRED
• Ability to Travel Throughout the Community REQUIRED
• United States Citizen or Permanent Resident REQUIRED

Not ready to apply? We welcome confidential conversations. Contact Elizabeth Banzhaf directly at 272-230-3157 to learn more about this opportunity.

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