Description REGISTERED NURSE (Programs of Assertive Community Treatment - PACT) CHARACTERISTICS AND EXAMPLES OF WORK • Maintains documentation as evidence that all duties are completed in accordance with program requirements contained in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards. • Maintains proper training, continuing education, qualifications, and other certifications required for this position as written in the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Operational Standards. • Provides a minimum of five (5) direct service hours per day • Provides oversight of assigned facility when requested by supervisor to ensure quality of medical and direct care services. • Effectively communicates to peers and supervisors regarding consumer care. • Assists in the performance of medical evaluations and screenings of consumers upon initial intake. • Assists Physician and clinical staff with mental health evaluations. • Completes and documents consumer vital signs, weight and urine drug screen results as needed. • Provides Medication Education and monitoring of physical problems for clients. • Participates in treatment team planning as requested by Supervisor. • Provides Consultation and Education Services to staff, consumers and significant others/family members. • Responds to Emergency Contacts from staff regarding consumer problems. • Gives injections and other medical services as directed by a licensed Physician. • Administers medication and medical treatments following standard nursing procedures to Region 8 consumers as needed. • Must adhere to the highest ethical and moral conduct in interactions with individuals and family members served. • Maintains effective communication with consumers, families, supervisors and other staff members. • Prepares reports, documentation and maintain consumer records. • All other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Clinical Director, and Executive Director. QUALIFICATIONS • Must remained Board Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi. • Must pass a criminal background check. • Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License. REPORTING SUPERVISOR Program/Facility Director, Center Administrator, Center Coordinator, Clinical Directors. POSITIONS SUPERVISED None LOCATION Mental Health Center Clinics, Schools or Crisis Stabilization Units as assigned