Senior Psychiatric Nurse II - Behavioral Health

State of Nevada (NV); Mesquite (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) in Mesquite seeks a Psychiatric Nurse 2 to assess patient needs, perform clinical observations, and develop nursing care plans. Responsibilities include medication administration, crisis intervention, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure CMS standards compliance.

Under supervision, the nurse provides professional care to individuals with mental health disorders, ensuring

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Two years of professional nursing experience, one of which included working with individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities.
• One year of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse I in Nevada State service or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify patient health care needs and perform comprehensive clinical observations and evaluations.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for side effects and allergic reactions.
• Provide crisis intervention and develop safety plan recommendations for patients.

Skills

RN license

Two years nursing experience

Psychiatric care

Job description

The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) in Mesquite seeks a Psychiatric Nurse 2 to assess patient needs, perform clinical observations, and develop nursing care plans. Responsibilities include medication administration, crisis intervention, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure CMS standards compliance.

Under supervision, the nurse provides professional care to individuals with mental health disorders, ensuring