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About the Role

The Registered Nurse - Community Housing & Behavioral Health Services provides comprehensive nursing services across Behavioral Health and Community Housing programs. This role supports individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring medical conditions in various settings, coordinating healthcare activities, medication management, and health education.

Responsibilities

Perform nursing assessments and triage across Behavioral Health Urgent Care, clinic, Sunrise, and housing programs.
Conduct health histories and nursing evaluations.
Monitor, document, and communicate changes in physical and behavioral health status.
Identify medical and psychiatric risk factors and coordinate appropriate interventions.
Complete Health Assessment Forms and social determinants of health screenings.
Assess individuals during medical emergencies, obtain vital signs, and coordinate emergency services.
Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and nursing standards.
Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and adherence.
Provide medication education to individuals and families.
Coordinate medication services during transitions of care.
Support administration of long-acting injectable medications in clinics and community settings.
Ensure medication practices align with OMH, OASAS, DOH, and agency requirements.
Provide health teaching to housing participants.
Educate participants on disease management, wellness, infection prevention, and medication adherence.
Coordinate care with medical providers, specialists, and behavioral health teams.
Monitor residents’ healthcare needs to support successful community living.
Facilitate monthly training and health education for housing staff.
Review medical records and ensure accurate electronic documentation.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, housing staff, care managers, and support staff.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case conferences.
Coordinate referrals, follow-up care, discharge planning, and outreach.
Serve as a liaison between healthcare providers, families, housing staff, emergency departments, and community partners.
Provide nursing expertise for medical and psychiatric concerns.
Maintain compliance with agency, OMH, OASAS, DOH, HUD, and housing regulations.
Support infection control initiatives and nursing supply management.
Maintain medication and clinical storage areas in accordance with standards.
Complete required documentation in electronic health records.
Support quality improvement initiatives and regulatory readiness activities.
Educate individuals and families about health conditions, medications, wellness, recovery, and self-care.
Advocate for access to healthcare services and community supports.
Provide trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally responsive care.
Support wellness, prevention, and population health initiatives.
Perform other additional nursing responsibilities as required by the Nursing Director.
Travel throughout Westchester County and surrounding service areas to provide nursing coverage.
Provide support to Behavioral Health Urgent Care, Clinic, ACT, PROS, OASAS, and Housing programs as operationally needed.
Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Requirements

Experience with adults in Mental Health and/or closely related field
Valid CPR/BLS/AED certification
Must have reliable working vehicle, and valid clean driver’s license
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-Starter
High level of patience, empathy, and compassion
Excellent observation skills with high attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Excellent problem solving and time management skills
Instructing people supported and staff in medical procedures and healthy lifestyle
Understanding of healthcare state standards and procedures
Previous clinical experience
Strong computer skills
Must be capable of accessing all rooms in a 2-story home
Able to work in open space floor plan
Must be capable of moving throughout work day
Occasional lifting of > 25+ pounds

Skills

Mental Health
Substance Use
Behavioral Health
Community Housing
Nursing Assessment
Triage
Medication Management
Health Education
Disease Prevention
Infection Control
Care Coordination
Wellness Support
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Trauma-Informed Care
Recovery-Oriented Services
Culturally Responsive Care

Location

Mount Vernon, NY
New Rochelle, NY

Work Type

40 Hours Per Week
Travel: 50% (Counties: Westchester, Bronx, Rockland, and Putnam)

Experience Level

Two years of previous nursing experience with mental health, (substance abuse, chronic medical conditions, public or community healthcare)

Education Level

Current RN license to practice in NYS

Salary/Compensations

$55.00 per hour

About the Company

Do Work That Matters. In a Culture That Means It.
Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact.
At Access, our Culture Playbook isn’t a poster on the wall – it’s how we show up for each other and for the people we support.
You’ll be part of a team that is: Clear about expectations, Supportive and accountable, Focused on outcomes that matter to people.
Committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible – while making sure out staff can do the same.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans