Registered Nurse, (In-Clinic) at Region 8 Mental Health

, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse, Documentation, Training, Continuing Education, Direct Service, Medical Evaluations, Screenings, Vital Signs, Urine Drug Screen, Medication Education, Treatment Planning, Consultation, Emergency Response, Injections, Medical Treatments, Ethical Conduct

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description REGISTERED NURSE (In-Clinic; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.) CHARACTERISTICS AND EXAMPLES OF WORK Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards. Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards. Represents Region 8 and Region 8 Administration in a positive manner at all times both internally and externally. Always leads by example and is a positive role model for coworkers. Provides a minimum of five (5) direct service hours per day Provides oversight of assigned facility when requested by supervisor to ensure quality of medical and direct care services. Effectively communicates to peers and supervisors regarding consumer care. Assists in the performance of medical evaluations and screenings of consumers upon initial intake Assists Physician and clinical staff with mental health evaluations Completes and documents consumer vital signs, weight and urine drug screen results as needed. Provides Medication Education and Monitoring of physical problems for clients Participates in treatment team planning as requested by Supervisor Provides Consultation and Education Services to staff, consumers and significant others/family members Responds to Emergency Contacts from staff regarding consumer problems Gives injections and other medical services as directed by a licensed Physician Administers medication and medical treatments following standard nursing procedures to Region 8 consumers as needed. Must adhere to the highest ethical and moral conduct in interactions with individuals and family members served. Maintains effective communication with consumers, families, supervisors and other staff members. Prepares reports, documentation and maintain consumer records. All other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Clinical Director, and Executive Director QUALIFICATIONS Must remained Board Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi. Must pass a criminal background check. Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License. REPORTING SUPERVISOR Program/Facility Director, Center Administrator, Center Coordinator, Clinical Directors. POSITIONS SUPERVISED None LOCATION Mental Health Center Clinics, Schools, or Crisis Stabilization Units as assigned

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will maintain required documentation according to Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards and provide a minimum of five direct service hours daily, including administering medications and treatments as directed by a physician. Responsibilities also involve assisting with medical evaluations, monitoring client physical health, and participating in treatment team planning.