Performs complete physical and psychosocial assessments on individuals/ patients. Performs appropriate routine tests and take vital signs. Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment plans. Monitors all aspects of care including diet and physical activity. Provides education to individual and family members. Conducts assessments of individuals who are experiencing severe emotional problems, and/or substance abuse & mental health crisis situations, utilizing crisis management skills. Maintains accurate, detailed report and records through Carelogic (electronic medical records). Maintains and insures confidentiality. Must be Dependable and Flexible.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Regularly required to sit; to use hands to feel and/or handle objects, tools or controls; reach with arms and hands; hear and speak. Required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and crouch. Must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds. There are sustained incidences of public contact. May encounter various levels of emotional strain or tension.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants are subject to criminal records check, drug screening, and former employment references. If the applicant refuses to submit to drug testing or fail the drug testing, they will be disqualified from state employment for 2 years from the date of testing.
• For positions that require a high school diploma, the diploma, transcript or a copy of the GED will be required.
• For positions that require a degree, a certified copy of your transcript will be required.
• Any male applicant between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of having registered with the Selective Service as required by federal and state law, or of being exempt from such registration.

An applicant who has a disability, which requires special accommodations to complete the applicant process, should contact the Human Resources office.

Minimum Qualifications

A current Georgia license to practice as a registered professional. Ability to assess, plan, and provide basic nursing skills. Knowledge of nursing policies, procedures, protocols, treatments, and standards of care. Experience using Electronic Medical Records.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a mental health nurse. Thorough knowledge of behavioral health pharmacology. Experience in Carelogic (EMR).

Note:

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Those selected to be interviewed will be contacted by phone or email.