Registered Nurse (Programs of Assertive Community Treatment - PACT)

Region; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Region in Mississippi is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our ACT-PAC team, delivering patient-centered care in community mental health settings. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to standards, and collaboration with physicians and clinical staff.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, medication administration, education, and participation in treatment planning, with a focus on safety and quality across Center clinics and crisis units.

Qualifications

• Must hold Board Licensed RN in Mississippi.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provides a minimum of five (5) direct service hours per day.
• Administers medication and medical treatments following standard nursing procedures to Region 8 consumers as needed.
• Provides Medication Education and monitoring of physical problems for clients.
• Participates in treatment team planning as requested by Supervisor.
• Responds to Emergency Contacts from staff regarding consumer problems.
• Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements.

Education

RN license (Mississippi)

Job description

Description

REGISTERED NURSE (Programs of Assertive Community Treatment - PACT)

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.
• 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