Employee performs basic nursing functions.Work is performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations. Work is reviewed through personal consultation, results obtained, discussions, and a review of reports and client service records.

• Provides quality nursing care to clients; properly administers medication injections; performs initial and ongoing health assessments; documents results; takes vital signs on clients; ensures protection from blood-borne pathogens by adhering to safety and environmental infection control policies and procedures.
• Provides emergency care; responds to accidents, choking; administers CPR or first aid as needed; makes the preliminary diagnosis of illnesses and documents all actions.
• Provides medication education and medication delivery to identified clients.
• Initiates care appropriate to program client needs.
• Communicates with doctors, psychiatrists, pharmacists regarding client needs; arranges medical appointments; advises of unusual laboratory results, medication refills, returns, or other medication changes; follows all instructions given by doctors; attends treatment team meetings; provides input into the development of client case plans.
• Collects UA samples using Universal Precautions and in accordance with SMA polity and procedure.
• Initiates crisis intervention as required to maintain a safe environment.
• Records client information in SMA’s EMR in a timely manner and in accordance with SMA policy and procedure.
• Performs related work as required by supervisor.
• Commits to SMA’s Mission and Core Values.
• Abides by principles of EEO compliance and a workplace of dignity and respect.
• Works cooperatively in a group/team setting.
• Shows respect to others.
• Takes guidance and direction from supervisors.
• Arrives/Reports to work on time and ready to work.