MENTAL HEALTH NURSE

Officer - Specialty Mental Health NurseToday's Airmen face undeniable stresses and unique challenges in the line of duty. Our Mental Health Nurses play a crucial role in helping diagnose and aid in their continued all-over health. Providing safe and effective treatment alongside the mental health care team, they help promote and foster positive environments as they aid in maintaining the continued health of Airmen around the world.What You'll DoWork with individuals, families, groups and communities to assess mental health needsDevelop diagnoses and plans to then implement and evaluate nursing careMonitor patients undergoing detoxification from alcohol or drugs and assist in planning and providing comprehensive mental health services and supportConduct and use nursing research to improve healthcare deliveryManage inpatient care units, provide case management and work with members in the fieldBecome a NurseTraining & EducationHow do we transform you from the civilian sector to a leader and an Officer in the Air Force? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.Officer Training School 8.5 weeksMilitary Training Location Maxwell AFB, ALKey Things to Consider RequirementsYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Bachelor's or master's degree in nursing from a school accredited by the NLN or CCNEKnowledge of mental health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illnessMinimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapyCivilian mental health nursing experience is creditable.Completion of Officer Training School courseMust be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 47th birthday