Psychiatric RN - Detention Center Mental Health

Primecare-Medical,-Inc.

Annapolis (MD)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 63,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401k with company match

PTO and floating holidays

MDSSL leave

Job summary

PrimeCare Medical is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to work as the Psychiatric Nurse in the medical department at the Jennifer Road Detention Center in Annapolis, MD. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. Offering $43.00- $46.00/hr.

The Psychiatric Nurse coordinates and implements the mental health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA Standards and PCM policies and procedures, serving as the liaison between the medical unit, facility staff and PCM.

Qualifications

Currently licensed as an RN in Maryland.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrate clinical competency.
Must have either basic or advanced certification as a Psychiatric Nurse.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement the mental health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA Standards and PCM policies and procedures.
Serve as the mental health liaison between the medical unit, facility staff and PCM.
Provide input to facility administrator regarding treatment response and progress reports on inmates/patients.
Facilitate admission and placement of inmates/patients in forensic and community Mental Health facilities.
Monitor all psychiatric/psychological clinical services provided.
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely entries for each inmate/patient contact.
Monitor the standards of care and assess mental health status as referred by a primary provider.
Assist with detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide.