REGISTERED NURSE - Part Time - CBMHP in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Wisconsin Community Services

At WCS , we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive , regardless of their past. We stand at the intersection of justice, compassion, and opportunity , walking alongside individuals who face barriers like mental health challenges, substance use, criminal justice involvement, and systemic inequities .

We're not just offering jobswere building life-changing relationships that empower individuals to reclaim their futures.

Why WCS?

• Youll be part of a mission-driven team changing lives across Milwaukee and beyond.
• Youll receive training, mentorship, and growth opportunities to help you thrive in your role and your career.
• Youll witness the power of transformation and know that you helped make it happen.
• Youll work in a culture that values a culture of belonging, collaboration, and compassion .

Job Summary
The Registered Nurse position provides specialized care for participants in CBMHP with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and/or behavioral problems including health care needs related to sexually transmitted illnesses (STI). Nurses assess participants, administer medications, and implement therapeutic interventions to promote emotional stability and functional improvement. They also educate participants and their families, and work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. To be successful in this position requires patience, active time management skills, and the ability to maintain strong boundaries.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitate medication reconciliation post participant discharge from hospitals or state institutions for psychiatrists and pharmacy to renew or update status
Conduct Clozaril testing utilizing the Athelas Testing System
Conduct STI testing and provide treatments under the supervision of the WCS Medical Director
Maintain medical records via internal and external databases
Manage participant appointment scheduling for psychiatrists and APNP
Maintain medical facilities and equipment in accordance with State and Federal guidelines
Order participant lab testing within internal and external databases
Provide initial and on-going health assessments for participants
Arrange for or provide follow-up medical care for participants as needed
Ensure that there are written orders on file and updated for any prescription medications
Administer long acting injectable medication in the office
Educate participants about medications, side effects, precautions, and contraindications
Notify case manager, supervisor, and APNP/psychiatrists of any psychiatric symptoms or behavior changes that may require intervention
Serve as liaison with other collaborative medical professionals when necessary
Conduct blood pressures, weights, and any other medical treatments as needed
First shift work (8am-4pm), no weekends or holidays
Conduct occasional home visits to give injections or evaluate participant medical issues
Attend and participate in team staffings/in-services
Other job-related duties that may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position

Required Qualifications
Two, three, or four-year degree from an accredited Nursing School
Licensed as a Registered Nurse
1-2 years psychiatric nursing experience preferred
No convictions or license revocations that would fail a caregiver background check
Valid drivers license, automobile and sufficient insurance to meet agency requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good clinical skills, especially related to mental health, medical issues, and substance use disorders
Knowledge of DSM V, psychotropic medications, and their side effects
Knowledge of STIs, transmission modes, testing and treatment options
Ability to communicate and work effectively in a positive manner with a diverse population of staff and participants
Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations, including de-escalation
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills while representing the agency both internally and externally
Ability to manage change, think critically, and be solution-oriented when dealing with situations as they arise in a fast-paced environment
Good organizational and computer/typing skills
Effective time management skills and the ability to multitask to meet various deadlines
Commitment to the RN role and the participants we serve
Ability to set professional boundaries with ethics and integrity
Work as a team member who participates productively while also managing independent duties and responsibilities
Sense of humor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Position is based in an office setting with minimal driving in the community for home visits (injections/medical assessments) with participants; must be able to go up and down stairs and lift/carry 20 pounds to potentially assist with participants medical or mobility issues; mobility within the office is needed, but some office work while assessing participants and typing on a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed both in a busy treatment environment, and sometimes in the community where participants symptomatology may be evident; work is done sitting at a desk or moving around the office; hours vary between 16-24 based on the position.

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their CBMHP program to provide specialized healthcare support for participants facing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and behavioral challenges. This mission-driven role focuses on empowering individuals by delivering compassionate, comprehensive care and fostering emotional stability. Working a first-shift schedule (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) with no weekends or holidays, the position offers a balanced work environment while making a meaningful impact in the Milwaukee community.

The Registered Nurse will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to manage participant health needs, conduct health assessments, and administer treatmentsincluding long-acting injectable medications and STI testing under the supervision of the Medical Director. Essential duties also involve medication reconciliation, Clozaril testing, lab management, and patient education regarding medications and side effects. Candidates must possess strong organizational and time-management skills, maintain professional boundaries, and be comfortable conducting occasional home visits and coordinating care with psychiatrists, case managers, and outside medical professionals.