Crisis Stabilization Unit RN

Jackson County • Jackson County, MS

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About The Position

The Crisis Stabilization Unit RN provides nursing care and supervision to clients in a crisis stabilization setting. The RN performs nursing assessments in compliance with DMH standards and Mississippi nursing laws and regulations, administers prescribed medications, monitors medication effectiveness and side effects, and maintains complete and timely case records. The role also supports a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, responds to client needs, and works collaboratively with coworkers and other agencies.

The RN must maintain client confidentiality, licensure, current CPR status, and required training. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain current CPR status at all times.
• Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
• Thorough knowledge of psychotropic medications, including indications for use and side effects.
• Complete CPI training within the first 30 days of employment.
• Complete annual training in compliance with DMH standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a mental health setting is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of the DSM.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Provide nursing assessments in compliance with DMH standards and within the scope of Mississippi Nursing Practice Acts, rules, and regulations.
• Evaluate and document clients’ responses to medications, including effectiveness and side effects.
• Administer medication injections as prescribed and follow other physician orders.
• Monitor clients’ belongings for safety concerns or contraband, remove unsafe or inappropriate items, and report removals to the program supervisor.
• Remain awake and alert to supervise clients and provide assistance when needed.
• Maintain adequate, appropriate, complete, and timely case record documentation.
• Promptly report safety concerns and unusual incidents in the work environment to a supervisor.
• Help monitor the facility’s physical environment for cleanliness and safety.
• Attend and participate appropriately in clinical staffing as requested.
• Respond to client needs appropriately and promptly.
• Interact appropriately with coworkers to promote a pleasant work environment.
• Work as a team member to provide a nurturing and consistent therapeutic treatment environment.
• Build rapport with individuals and cultivate safe, supportive relationships.
• Complete additional duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain licensure and seek professional clinical training opportunities.
• Participate in interagency collaboration for the provision of client services.
• Complete CPI training within the first 30 days of employment and annual training in compliance with DMH standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree