Registered Nurse

Overview

Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, MFS has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. We are currently looking to fill an Hourly Registered Nurse role at our Southwest Center
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Shift: Flexible hours within hours of operation.

Salary: The hourly salary for this position is $40.00 per hour. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

• Meet with clients to review results of lab work that physician ordered as related to the use of psychotropic medication.
• Explain results and answer questions of client and/or family.
• Strategize with client on ways to improve health and wellness such as a change in diet and increase in exercise to improve future lab results.
• Provide psychotropic medication monitoring.
• Monitor and evaluate symptoms of client’s use of psychotropic medications.
• Screen for adverse side effects. Explain possible side effects that clients should be aware of and report to physician.
• Conduct screenings (dyskinesia, glucose, MMSE, or other evaluations to determine if use of currently prescribed psychotropic medicine is causing an adverse effect on the client’s health).
• Provide psychotropic medication training. Meet with client to provide education, technical assistance, and support on the use of psychotropic medications. Provide training to client/family on how to administer medication.
• May facilitate family conferences to identify ways in which family members can offer support in ensuring doctor appointments are made, kept and prescriptions are filled.
• Obtain prior authorization for medication process.
• Perform and document basic patient history, treatments, and administered medications appropriately. Administer prescribed medications (including injections) and treatments as directed by the physician following Agency policies and procedures.
• Obtain vitals (height, weight, blood pressure, glucose) and perform routine functions to prepare patients for examination, and perform TD screenings.
• Maintain accurate medical records and report to the physician any pertinent information regarding patient’s condition and care. Maintain progress notes and medication logs.
• Follow up on lab work and referrals for lab work.
• Maintain medication inventory and sample medications.
• Obtain applications for client assistance.
• Perform individual and small group sessions with clients on topic areas such as diabetic teaching and education regarding heart disease, obesity, food choices/nutrition, and other health risks as it relates to use of psychotropic medications.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Analytical ability necessary to assess a patient’s condition and utilize the nursing process and professional judgment in providing comprehensive care to patients.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse staff and service populations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families, physicians, and other health care providers.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Writing skills necessary to accurately document patient’s assessment and progress in the medical record.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association.
• 1+ year of Psychiatric Nursing experience.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• APN preferred.

• Satisfactorily pass all relevant screening and criminal background checks.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and/or weekends if needed.

• Client services may be provided in the community.
• Candidates must have regular access to reliable transportation or a reliable vehicle with insurance.