Registered Nurse (RN) - Harrisburg, PA

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school and possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• 2 years of experience working with individuals with mental illness
• Valid PA driver's license. Travel is necessary to offer support across Dauphin County.

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN)to join our team at our program in Dauphin County.

Earn $45.02 per hour with full benefits or $47.02 per hour with the enhanced pay option. Includes mileage reimbursement.

Position Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a vital member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, providing rehabilitation, treatment, and crisis intervention under clinical supervision. This role focuses on delivering person-centered care, coordinating treatment activities, and offering supportive interventions to help individuals develop essential skills for independent living. The RN also plays a key role in medication management, assisting psychiatrists with administrative tasks, ensuring accurate medical documentation, and educating both clients and team members on medication use.

• Community-Based Client Support (50-90% Travel). Provide direct care in clients' homes and community settings, conducting health assessments, monitoring medication adherence, and addressing medical concerns.
• Oversee the medication system, document treatments, educate clients and team members, and ensure compliance with prescribed regimens.
• Work closely with medical providers, behavioral health professionals, and community resources to ensure integrated, comprehensive client care.
• Participate in crisis response, support treatment planning, and provide health and wellness education to clients, their supports, and the ACT team.

The ACT team is a multidisciplinary group dedicated to supporting adults with serious mental illness (SMI) through community-based services, including therapy, medication management, and resource linkage. Services are primarily delivered in the community, with clients receiving at least three home visits per week. The RN contributes to a holistic approach to care, helping clients integrate into society while ensuring their basic needs and treatment goals are met. Frequent travel (50-90%) is required, and personal vehicle use for client transportation may be necessary.

Benefits

Merakey 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

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!