Behavioral Health RN

Behavioral Health RN

This position is currently open. Division: Health Reports To: Behavioral Health Manager Type of Position: Regular Full Time Location: Little Axe Health Center / 15951 Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026

General Description

Provide nursing assessment, triage intervention, emergency detention, participate in staffing, coordinate with behavioral health team, evaluation and referral, health/medication education (via phone, telehealth, onsite), clozaril labs, administration of long acting injectable (LAI), treatment prescribed by any authorized provider by state law, case management, able to recognize and fundamental knowledge of behavioral health disorders: (Bipolar, depression, substance use, comorbid, cognitive, emotional, developmental, and personality disorder), access to the prescription management program to updated providers daily and identify mismanagement of controlled medications; prior authorizations; and daily refill requests.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide screening of patients to obtain preliminary health histories, makes a physical assessment of patients' condition using proper nursing protocols, recognizes and reports any unusual or abnormal behavior that may indicate a need for urgent care.
• Document within the patient's medical record any nursing observation and assessments, nursing interventions, therapeutic measure and nursing notes related to the medical care of the patient.
• Provide assistance to the Behavioral Health Medical Director and Medical Staff with medical care and treatment of patient to insure quality and continuity of care within the parameters of appropriate professional nursing standards.
• Promote continuity of care by providing medically relevant health care instructions and patient education.
• Provide assistance in emergency situation as described in the Clinic Emergency Preparedness Plan or as directed by the Clinic Medical Director or designate.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities including quality assessments, surveys, checklist assessments, and entering into the electronic system at the beginning of each month.
• Assist with and supports learning programs for Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Nurse's Assistant, Medical Assistant and any student nurses assigned to the Clinic.
• Provide assurance of Confidentiality of Medical Records.
• Travel to other clinics to help out as needed to ensure proper staffing in other clinics as needed.
• Work as a team member to complete all daily duties assigned within the clinic.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements and Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a degree and certified as a Registered Nurse.
• Must have at least one (1) year of professional nursing experience covering a wide range of nursing services from screening and assessments to patient education, counseling, and treatment of minor and chronic illness.
• Must have a professional knowledge of nursing care principles, practices and procedures, working knowledge and application of proper nursing protocols, training and knowledge of pharmaceuticals and their side effects and complications of use.
• Ability to observe and react to adverse signs exhibited by patient and the ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Able to educate and counsel with patient regarding their medical care and treatment as ordered by a physician.
• Must be a certified American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR
• Must have wound care certification or obtain within 6 months of attaining eligibility, if assigned wound care duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to effectively relate within local community.
• Must be able to respond effectively to oral and written directives.
• Must maintain nursing license within good standing yearly.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver's License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
• Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity
• Frequent lifting (up to 30 lbs)
• Occasional lifting (up to 60 lbs)

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.