Community Mental Health Nurse

Community Mental Health Nurse 2 (CMHN2)

The Lincoln County Behavioral Health division is looking for a Community Mental Health Nurse 2 (CMHN2) to join their team in supporting our community. The person in this role will perform a wide variety of community based, professional mental health nursing duties, which includes direct patient care and nursing case management. They will also promote physical and emotional health, address health concerns of patients, educate clients on various health care issues and provide information on health choices. This position is also responsible for maintaining records and files according to all applicable County policies and procedures and makes reports as required. Also maintaining client contact to comply with Division productivity standards. $41.60 - $55.91 per hour* Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• 11% County contribution to 401(k)
• County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Depoe Bay, Oregon

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

Community Health Nurses will follow the SIX STANDARDS OF PRACTICE:

Assessment By means of home visits and/or office-based visits, conduct patient interviews and chart review, work with clients to develop a plan of treatment. Documents assessment in terms that are understandable to all involved in the care process. Performs emergency general mental health assessment, referral and counseling duties, including crisis intervention, as required. May provide direct observation of clients taking medication or observe clients filling pill minders.

Diagnosis and Priorities Analysis of the assessment to derive a mental health diagnosis and service priorities. Documents diagnoses or concerns in a manner that facilitates the client's involvement in developing a plan of care.

Outcomes identification Based on the diagnosis the CMHN will identify outcomes that are culturally relevant, health literate, based in evidence and attainable through local resources and policies. Document expected outcomes and measurable objectives.

Planning Develop a plan that is client-centered and reflects best practices by identifying strategies, action plans and alternatives to meeting expected outcomes. Document the plan using health literate and culturally competent language that can be understood by care team and individual being served.

Implementation The CMHN oversees the implementation of the plan through treatment, case management, referrals to community partners, administration of long acting injectables, collaboration with community resources, health promotion and education. Documents activities and status of care coordination.

Evaluation Apply on-going progress assessment to revise plans, interventions and activities as appropriate for ultimate health outcomes for the individual. Documents changes to enhance effectiveness of interventions.

Other Functions: Attend and participate in team meetings, trainings, and activities to further the mental health of the community. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team for identified clients as indicated. Provide staff training relative to best practices, as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION

Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

EXPERIENCE

Two-Three years in a mental health setting.

Lived experience with mental health may substitute for years of experience.

LICENSES

Oregon Driver's License required within 30 days upon hire.

Must possess a valid license to practice in the State of Oregon as a Registered Professional Nurse as defined by statutes or administrative rules, which include but are not limited to ORS 678.010 to 678.360 at the time of hire. The employee is required to maintain current and active licensures and certifications, as applicable, and to provide the appropriate verifications at the time of renewals

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Bilingual and/or bicultural competencies for the Latino population are preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF/ABILITY TO:

• The principles, practices, methods, and procedures of nursing as applied to community and public mental health.
• The uses and effects of medications.
• Issues of alcohol and drug abuse.
• The "strength-based" model of behavior change.
• Problem-solving techniques and negotiation skills in accordance with motivational interviewing and behavior change theory.
• Utilization of community resources.
• Medical record keeping practices.
• Functions and resources of private and public agencies.
• Build therapeutic relationships and maintain therapeutic boundaries; engage clients in mutual goal setting.
• Provide professional nursing care independently.
• Identify community and individual health problems and to plan and administer solutions.
• Administer medications.
• Interpret and apply written policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Establish and maintain records; learn new information quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Use research, data, and evidence-based practices to inform and improve nursing practice.
• Courteously meet and deal with patients.
• Act in a professional manner and to understand and commit to a professional code of ethics.
• Maintain the confidentiality of privileged information in accordance with HIPAA and Lincoln County policies.
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, physicians, other agencies, and the public.
• Create a positive work environment that promotes productivity, mentoring, teamwork, and cooperation.
• Elicit and consider differing viewpoints when analyzing issues.
• Recognize the accomplishments of team members.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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Benefits

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.

Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 - 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.