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

Region; Brookhaven (MS); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Region is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Crisis Stabilization Unit, working 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The role provides direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff to support consumer outcomes.

Responsibilities include completing medical evaluations and screenings at intake, administering medications under physician direction, and participating in treatment team planning to ensure high quality care and safety for individuals served.

Qualifications

• Must hold active Mississippi RN license.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Must have a valid Mississippi driver license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation per program standards.
• Provides a minimum of five direct service hours per day.
• Oversees facility operations when requested by supervisor.
• Communicates effectively with peers and supervisors regarding consumer care.
• Assists in medical evaluations and screenings at intake.
• Assists physicians and clinical staff with mental health evaluations.
• Documents 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 families.
• Responds to emergency contacts from staff regarding consumer problems.
• Administers injections and other medical services as directed by a licensed physician.
• Administers medications following standard nursing procedures.

Skills

RN license (MS)

Criminal background check

Mississippi driver license

Job description

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