Registered Nurse - Crisis Stabilization Unit

Region; Brookhaven (MS); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 8 Crisis Stabilization Unit is seeking a Registered Nurse to cover the night shift (12 a.m.–8 a.m., Monday through Friday) in a Crisis Stabilization Unit. The role involves direct patient care, documentation, and coordination with clinical staff to ensure safety and quality of care.

The ideal candidate holds a Mississippi RN license, will undergo a criminal background check, and must have a valid Mississippi driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be board licensed as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation per Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• Administers medications and provides nursing care per standard procedures.
• Communicates effectively with staff, consumers and families; participates in treatment planning.

Education

Mississippi Registered Nurse license

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE - Crisis Stabilization Unit (M-F, 12 a.m. - 8 a.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