Job Purpose

Assists the Nursing team, Psychiatrist and/or Nurse Practitioner in regards to ordering labs or medication, sitting in on client appointments, being the point person for the physicians with the clients, and working with pharmacies and insurance companies. Administers medication to clients and trains designated direct care staff in the administration of medication. Hiring for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am-4pm!!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides primary care services to clients.

• Evaluates clients’ illness and injuries as to whether the client requires the attention of an M.D. (emergency room, specialized services such as orthopedics, ENT, etc.).

• Administers psychotropic and other medication to clients.

• Conducts training of direct care service personnel in the administering of medication.

• Factions as the Infection Control Coordinator my monitoring nosocomial infection, records infection rates, keep statistics of infection and administers the employee health program relative to infections (i.e. TB, Hepatitis).

• Documents progress notes, admissions notes and special notes in the medical record in a timely and professional manner, in accordance with charting guidelines.

• Communicates effectively with other staff, residents and parents/guardians.

• Adhere to other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

Minimum of High School Diploma required. Equivalent of Medical Assisting degree or certification preferred.

Training and experience:

Preferably have 1-3 years’ experience in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Knowledge Required:

Must have a working knowledge of general psychiatric and emergency (triage) nursing practice.

Working Conditions

The primary work environment is the facility itself.

Physical Requirements

Little demands. Office work.