Registered Nurse, Crisis Stabilization Unit (M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Region 8 MH-MR; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 8 MH-MR is seeking a Full-time Registered Nurse for the Crisis Stabilization Unit, shift 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., located in Mississippi.

The role focuses on delivering direct nursing care, documenting required information, and supporting immediate clinical needs of consumers. Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments under physician direction, performing vital signs and screenings, and collaborating with physicians, clinical staff and families to coordinate care.

Qualifications

• Must hold Mississippi RN license and be in good standing.
• Background check must be cleared.
• Must have valid Mississippi Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation and completes duties per standards.
• Provides direct nursing care for consumers.
• Administers medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Collaborates with medical and clinical staff for consumer care.
• Performs vital signs, screenings and education as needed.
• Ensures ethical conduct and thorough reporting.

Skills

Nursing

Documentation

Patient care

Education

Mississippi RN license

Job description

Full-time

REGISTERED NURSE - Crisis Stabilization Unit (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

CHARACTERISTICS AND EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Department of Mental Health Operational Standards.
• 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

Salary Description

$55,000