Registered Nurse-Full Time

Registered Nurse - Full Time Full Time 50 Pleasant St, Northampton,

Northampton, MA, US Requisition ID: 1050 Salary Range: \$32.00 To

\$38.00 Hourly Join our team here at River Valley Counseling Center,

Inc.! We are hiring a Registered Nurse! About Us: At River Valley

Counseling Center, Inc. (RVCC), our mission is to improve the health and

well-being of every person in our community. We provide expert,

compassionate care grounded in honesty, respect, and dignity. Through

collaboration, innovation, and education, we inspire hope and empower

positive change in those we serve. We are committed to being responsible

stewards of our resources, ensuring efficient and cost-effective care

for all. Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) in the outpatient

mental health setting provides comprehensive clinical and administrative

nursing support to ensure safe, coordinated, and effective medication

services. This role serves as a central liaison between prescribers,

clients, pharmacies, insurance providers, and external service agencies

to support continuity of care. The RN supports medication clinic

operations, administers injectable medications, provides individualized

medication education, conducts phone triage, manages medication-related

documentation and prior authorizations, and maintains accurate clinical

records. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment

team, the RN plays a critical role in care coordination, client

engagement, and the delivery of high-quality outpatient mental health

services. Key Responsibilities: Serve as a liaison between prescribers,

clients, pharmacies, insurance companies, and other service providers to

support continuity of care. Administer injectable medications in

accordance with provider orders, agency policy, and regulatory

standards. Provide medication education to clients based on their

clinical needs, level of understanding, and treatment plans. Conduct

phone triage, respond to client medication-related inquiries, and

complete appropriate follow-up as needed. Assist with the completion,

tracking, and follow-up of prior authorizations and other

medication-related documentation. Support medication clinic operations,

including preparing documentation, coordinating appointments, and

ensuring required forms are completed accurately. Monitor and report

medication side effects, adverse reactions, and client concerns to

prescribers in a timely manner. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant

clinical documentation in the electronic health record. Collaborate with

the multidisciplinary treatment team to support client care and

treatment goals. Qualifications: Required: Graduation from a

Board-approved nursing education program (Diploma, ADN, or BSN from an

accredited school of nursing) is required. Must hold a current, valid

Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the Massachusetts Board of

Registration in Nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

(American Heart Association or equivalent) is typically required for

clinical roles. Previous outpatient or ambulatory care nursing

experience, or clinical experience relevant to mental health settings

preferred Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not

required. What We Offer: A supportive, mission-driven work environment

Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

Competitive benefits package Collaboration with a compassionate,

multidisciplinary team The chance to make a real difference in our

communities Summary of Benefits: Salary Range: \$32/hour Based on years

of experience, level of education, specialty and

Licensure/certifications. Additional Compensation For Advanced Education

for qualifying positions. Generous time off benefits for eligible

positions Exclusive employee discount Mileage reimbursement CEU

reimbursement 403b match Excellent and affordable insurance including

health, vision, dental and pet