We are seeking a
full-time Registered Nurse to join our Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT) based out of
Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Earn $38.54/hour.Schedule: 40 hours/week; 1st shift, Monday-FridayPosition DetailsThe full-time registered nurse (RN) plays a pivotal role in our
community-based Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT),
serving Luzerne, Wyoming, Lackawanna, and Susquehanna Counties. The dual diagnosis team takes a compassionate, recovery-oriented approach dedicated to providing high-quality care and unwavering support for individuals diagnosed with both a
mental illness and an intellectual disability. The RN will spend their time in the field, directly interacting with consumers in their homes, traveling, and documenting their work.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with other members of the team on the implementation of a recovery-oriented person-centered treatment and support plan.
- Perform physical health medical monitoring, assessment, etc.
- Support implementation of intensive therapeutic services in all types of settings, including but not limited to community living arrangements, schools, community settings, and natural support residences.
- Complete accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Participate in shared on-call rotation.
BenefitsMerakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:- Must have an associates or bachelor's degree from an accredited school of nursing.
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania required.
- Active and unrestricted driver's license required.
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and the recovery driven service system.
- Understanding of adults with serious mental illness and/or intellectual developmental disability.
