Behavioral Health Nurse

St Monica s Home • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

The Behavioral Health Nurse works under the supervision of the Director of Nursing to help provide day-to-day oversight of the physical and mental health needs of clients in St. Monica’s in/outpatient programs. The role provides health screening and education, coordinates medical care and staff training, monitors medication administration and records, supports client appointments and follow-up, and responds to medical needs. The nurse also provides medical on-call services and backup for other medical staff within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Hold current credentials meeting state requirements for a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a driver’s license and valid insurance upon hire.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Have excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Abide by HIPAA and 42 CFR confidentiality requirements, including safeguarding client-identified materials.
• Support the organization’s objective to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace.
• Have the ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and climb and descend stairs.
• Be able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with women’s health issues.
• Ability to work under the direction of the Nurse Practitioner.
• Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Admission Coordinator, Director of Nursing, and Psychiatrist to provide basic health screening and education to newly admitted clients.
• Obtain client records from outside providers as needed.
• Contact psychiatric or nurse practitioner for orders.
• Assist in coordinating health-related training for staff, including Medication Aide, First Aid, HIV/AIDS, STDs, Infection Control, Blood Pressure, and Drug Testing.
• Attend monthly Mentor meetings to provide medical updates.
• Monitor medication administration by mentors and run reports for the Director of Nursing to review.
• Record and maintain records of medication samples and complete quarterly medication inventories with the Director of Nursing.
• Prepare charts and files for monthly pharmacy audits.
• Participate in the Health and Safety Committee and provide input as needed.
• Provide medical on-call services.
• Facilitate a medical/nursing education group and maintain client materials on health-related issues.
• Follow up on medication refills and the Patient Assistance Program under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.
• Remain accessible to staff to answer client medical and health-related questions.
• Provide backup for other medical staff within the scope of practice.
• Perform daily triage of medical needs.
• Schedule clients to meet with the Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatrist as needed.
• Prepare schedules and client charts before Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatrist appointments.
• Follow up on orders, labs, and requests from the Nurse Practitioner, psychologist, and Psychiatrist after client visits.
• Follow agency and program policies and procedures, including philosophy, confidentiality, ethics, and safety procedures.
• Maintain regular, on-time attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed