• Completes an accurate assessment of the patient including but not limited to: mental status exam, current medications, compliance, side effects, risk, substance abuse, psychosis and current symptoms.
• Documents the assessment in the patient record  including but not limited to: subjective and objective information, consultation with the psychiatrist, plan for follow up.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.  All documentation to be submitted within set program deadlines.
• Collaborates and coordinates with psychiatry scheduler.
• Triage phone messages and internal and external referrals. Identifies and notifies psychiatrist of abnormal laboratory/test results &/other critical updates.
• Meet Agency productivity requirements.
• Work closely with a mutidisplianry team to ensure holistic care for patients.
• Collaborates with the psychiatrist/Psychiatric APRN and carries out recommendations.
• Facilitates coordination of care through open communication with other departments within the Agency and using community resources.
• Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment.  All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
• Ensure that all required training, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Maintain a good on-time and attendance record.

• Attend team meetings and consultations on time and as scheduled.  Be open to feedback and suggestion from others, be prepared for meetings, actively participate as a supportive team member, and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers.
• Incorporate supervisory suggestions and directions into clinical practice.
• Apply professional training to revise and update clinical practice.
• Collaborate with agency staff and administration on behalf of program changes.   
• Participate, as required, in program and performance improvement initiatives.
• Have or maintain a good on-time attendance record.
• Perform other duties as directed.

• Education:  Minimum Associate Degree in Nursing. Specialized training in or certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.
• Licensure:  Active Ohio Registered Nurse license.
• Competency/Skills:
  • Core Expertise: Possess skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
  • Independent Judgment: Demonstrate ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
  • Cultural Competency: Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Communicate clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
  • Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adhere to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
  • Collaboration and Teamwork: Function effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making: Recognize problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
  • Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions
• Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in mental health field required.  Experience working with children, adolescents, and their families.

Applewood Centers, Inc. (“Applewood”) is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. Applewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applewood’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applewood also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.