Psychiatric RN Care Coordinator

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose:

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Psychiatric RN Care Coordinator to enhance patient access to resources within our psychiatry practice. This role is essential in improving health outcomes for individuals receiving psychiatric services by providing comprehensive care, medication management, and care coordination.

What You Will Do

• Conduct nursing assessments for patients entering the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Program and coordinate with the supervising physician.
• Assist the psychiatry team by initiating medication therapy, including Long-Acting Injectables (LAIs), and facilitating the Patient Assistance Program (PAP) enrollment.
• Complete prior authorizations by liaising with insurance providers, pharmacies, and clients while maintaining meticulous follow-up.
• Support providers by rooming patients, responding to psychiatric emergencies, and managing patient registries.
• Oversee medication reception and distribution in coordination with facilities management staff.
• Handle in-basket messages from providers, clients, and the access center, ensuring timely responses.
• Providing direct client care, performing mandatory client screenings, medication administration, monitoring responses to the medications and client education.
• Assist clients with linkage of care to other resources allowing the clients to complete the healthcare continuum.
• Participate in community outreach, including health fairs and events three times per year.
• Adhere to departmental policies and Mercy Care’s mission of serving underserved populations.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Active RN license and CPR/BLS certification.
• At least two years of related experience, preferably in an outpatient care setting.
• Psychiatric experience and a passion for serving disadvantaged populations are highly desirable.
• Ability to effectively assess and evaluate clients and implement Provider’s orders
  
  

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits (PTO accrual, retirement plan and match, health insurance and more!)
• Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower-cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.
• Fast response interview times and job offers.
  
  

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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