Outpatient Behavioral Health Services Nurse Navigator (RN) - PRN

About This Opportunity :

The Nurse Navigator in Outpatient Behavioral Health Services is essential in connecting individuals with the mental health care they deserve. This dynamic role facilitates seamless patient access to treatment, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team that includes psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and community organizations. Your efforts will ensure patients receive comprehensive, timely, and individualized care tailored to their needs. By engaging in outreach, identifying patient needs, facilitating referrals, and providing ongoing support, the Nurse Navigator will significantly enhance patient adherence to treatment and improve overall wellness in our community.

Key Responsibilities :

• Guide patients through the outpatient behavioral health services ensuring timely appointments, follow-ups, and continuity of care.
• Serve as the primary contact for patients and families, answering inquiries and clarifying treatment plans.
• Conduct outreach to identify needs and risk factors related to medical, behavioral, and social health.
• Facilitate referrals to appropriate behavioral health services and community support programs.
• Monitor and track patient progress, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and enhancing engagement through follow-ups.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to create coordinated care plans for patients.
• Educate patients and families on behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records (EHR) and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Identify high-risk patients and facilitate timely interventions to prevent crises or non-adherence to treatment.

Qualifications :

Licensure and Certifications :

This position offers a competitive salary range of : USD $89,065.00 - USD $162,801.00 / Yr.