Psychiatric Registered Nurse
On-siteDallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Deliver medication training and administer injections to clients across Dallas and Collin County clinics and community settings. Provide education on diagnosed medical issues, track medication inquiries, and manage inventory and client labs. Coordinate with insurance companies and pharmacies to ensure timely medication access while maintaining accurate medical records and case reports. Work independently to perform rehabilitative services based on clinical judgment and consumer needs, facilitating referrals to appropriate medical and psychiatric entities. Maintain professional licensure and adhere to all state and federal regulations while serving on task forces as requested.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Licensure as a Registered Nurse
- Two (2) years of experience in a community setting
- Knowledge of rehabilitative techniques
- Knowledge of community resources for chronically mental ill consumers
- Knowledge of medication management
- Ability to work independently
- Good judgment
- Ability to relate to consumers, employees, and the general public in a professional manner
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to prioritize
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to adhere to articulated policy and procedures
- Ability to go out on home visits
- Must work flexible schedule
- Must be able to frequently (up to 65% of the time) sit, stand, walk, and climb stairs (if an elevator is unavailable)
- Must be able to frequently (up to 65% of the time) talk, listen and speak clearly in person and via telephone
- Must be able to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 10lbs, in weight on occasion (up to 35%)
- Must be able to travel to different North Texas clinics
- Must be able to work at different locations in Dallas and surrounding Cities
- Must be able to work individually with consumers
- Must be able to independently perform rehabilitative services
- Must be able to document timely all nursing activities in the medical record
- Must be able to maintain client confidentiality
- Must be able to maintain case records and reports in accordance with agency procedures
- Must be able to maintain all records in a timely and accurate manner
- Must be able to keep skills updated by utilizing professional literature and training events
- Must be able to attend staff and individual meetings
- Must be able to attend and complete all training and staff development assigned
- Must be able to keep all state licensure requirements current
- Must be able to perform duties without violating any ethical codes, state or federal codes or requirements
- Must be able to comply with all cities, state or federal laws and rule and regulations
- Understanding of diagnosis and treatment of clinical disorders and life adjustment problems
- Knowledge of treatment documentation
- Knowledge of confidentiality and ethical guidelines for practice
- Knowledge/awareness of service agencies works in a community setting
- Expert knowledge of medications used in the treatment of mental illness
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