Registered Nurse- WestWay

Overview Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources has an opening for a Registered Nurse at our acute care residential facility in Laurel, MS. The Registered Nurse position requires 12-hour shifts (7p-7a or 7a-7p). This position coordinates medical services and provides nursing care for adults with serious mental illness. The ideal candidate will have experience in behavioral health and a professional, compassionate demeanor. The RN works with the mental health care team to provide safe and effective treatment during crises in order to promote a positive environment and to support returning the consumer to their community. Location County: Jones City: Laurel FT/PT Status: Regular Full Time Education: Associate's Degree Requirements Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing required MS RN Licensure required Experience Working In a Crisis Unit Preferred Independent work ability required Responsibilities Crisis de-escalation skills required Monitors clients receiving medications Provides coordination and monitoring of psychiatric schedule Provides emergency services as needed Provides general psychotherapeutic nursing and educational interventions to clientele #J-18808-Ljbffr