Registered Nurse (Programs of Assertive Community Treatment - PACT)

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