Denton County MHMR Center
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ACT RN
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Denton County MHMR Center .
General Description Under the direction of the Program Manager of ACT Services and the Director of Nursing, and within federal, state, and local guidelines, provides quality nursing care to individuals in the ACT team using effective assessment skills while maintaining ethical standards and confidentiality at all times. Delivers care to individuals utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with individuals and other health care team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing. This position works closely with both the justice and court systems to ensure comprehensive services and coordination of care for individuals served.
Education, Training, and Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Nursing School required.
Must have and maintain a current RN license with the Board of Nurse Examiners in the State of Texas.
Three (3) years previous nursing experience and three (3) years prior experience working with persons with major mental illness preferred. Experience working on a multi-interdisciplinary team preferred.
Registration, Certification, Licensure, and Other Qualifications
Must have and maintain a current R.N. license in good standing with the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
Must have valid Texas driver's license, proof of auto liability insurance, and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by the Center's insurance carrier requirements.
All job specific training must be completed within 30 days of hire.
Must be able to perform the techniques of Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB).
Must be able to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
The ability to be mobile within the community to provide direct nursing services if needed.
Must have and maintain a background and criminal history free from any disqualifying offenses as outlined by the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) and the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Individuals with an out-of-state driver's license must be able to obtain a driver's license in the state of Texas within thirty (30) days.
Successful completion of all position-specific training within thirty (30) days of employment is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; of health care laws and regulations; of medical diagnosis and procedures; of accepted medical treatment programs; and of community health and nursing care principles, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge and background in mental health services. Knowledge of serious and persistent mental disorders, personality disorders and substance abuse/dependence syndromes encompassed in the DSM-IV.
Knowledge of common psychoactive medications used to treat neurobiological diseases of the brain.
Skills in the care and treatment of individuals, and in the operation of computers and applicable computer software.
Ability to provide individuals care, to prepare and maintain records, to explain public health laws, to recognize patterns of medically necessary treatment, to communicate effectively, and to train others.
Moderate mathematics skills. Proficient reading, writing, interpersonal relations, and communicative skills.
Auditory and visual skills; ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and lift items weighing 45 pounds or less; ability to talk and hear with aid greater than 2/3 of the time, ability to have clear vision at 20 inches or less; color vision; peripheral vision; and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to display regular and reliable (in-person, if required) attendance.
Understanding and practice of Trauma Informed Care principles.
Essential Duties
Completes skills training including but not limited to symptom management, medication management, and health/wellness. Review lab results and follow Abnormal Lab Procedure.
Provides direct home-based and clinic nursing services in the individual's living environment, psychiatric clinic, or alternate care setting. Provides a collaborative assessment by interviewing the individual served.
Performs and documents professional and comprehensive psychiatric and appropriate physical nursing assessments as outlined in the Nursing Practices Act.
Provides medication education and training using the Denton County MHMR Center assigned program materials.
Reviews laboratory reports as ordered by the physician. Analyzes and secures physician's signatures as appropriate and per procedures.
Performs vital signs and weight measurement as part of initial or follow-up procedures.
When indicated, provides safe and effective home-based nursing services in the individual's living environment for assessment, medication administration, and crisis intervention.
Conducts CRU (Crisis Residential Unit) nursing assessment for ACT clients.
Follows medication procedures and performs related documentation as required.
Documents all services provided to an individual or on behalf of an individual in a progress note to be entered in the individual's medical record.
Provides medication education and training to individuals served and consultation to ACT Team staff.
Develops medication education and training curriculum and implements when/where appropriate.
Provides family education and training to family members, relatives, and friends who constitute the individual's social support system.
Provides symptom management and education with focus on resolving current medical/mental situations while assisting the individual to be an active participant in their treatment.
Medical Care Coordination
Obtain information about primary care provider and medical medications ordered for client.
Gets consent for medical provider and any specialty provider treating the client.
Helps connect client to medical provider, integrated care or indigent health care as appropriate.
Requests copy of labs/test results from medical provider.
Follows up on labs/EKG that are ordered by client's prescriber.
May conduct physical, developmental, and psychosocial assessments to determine eligibility for health services.
Institutes, counsels, and assists individuals in meeting their health care needs. Monitors and reviews case management service plans.
Refers to the most effective and least restrictive approach to the behavioral health emergency.
Participates in developing and implementing a comprehensive crisis plan.
Communicates effectively following procedures with Denton County MHMR teams to provide continuity of care.
Provides case coordination activities for ACT Team consumers.
Serves as a case manager on an as-needed basis.
Monitors continuity and adequacy of consumer services within and outside the Center.
Adheres to workplace safety procedures, universal precautions, and the Center Infection Control Plan.
Provides emergency intervention and first aid as needed.
Engages in debriefing sessions after crisis events.
Employment Details Full Time : Non-Exempt
Work Model : In person
Monday through Friday : 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Range : $35 – $37 per hour
Benefits
The Center offers and covers 100% of the following to full-time employees:
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death Coverage
Basic Life Spouse Coverage
The Center offers and covers 100% of the following to part-time employees:
Short-Term Disability
Base Plan and Buy Up Plans offered through Imagine360.
The Center covers 100% of cost of the base plan if electing employee coverage only.
Internal & External Employee Assistance Programs.
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starts at date of hire.
Full-time employees earn up to 120 hours of PTO during first year of employment.
Part-time employees earn up to 60 hours of PTO during first year of employment.
PTO increases with tenure level.
The Center gives 5 personal days to full-time employees and 1 personal day to part-time employees to use at their discretion.
Full-time employees are enrolled into 401(a) retirement plan at 90 days of service.
The Center contributes 3% of earnings at 90 days of service.
The Center contributes 5% of earnings at 2 years of service.
Additional, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans available.
Full-time employees have access to Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Medical FSA
Dependent FSA
Denton County MHMR Center is an approved NHSC (CMHC) and Pediatric Specialty with HRSA and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) site.
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ACT RN
role at
Denton County MHMR Center .
General Description Under the direction of the Program Manager of ACT Services and the Director of Nursing, and within federal, state, and local guidelines, provides quality nursing care to individuals in the ACT team using effective assessment skills while maintaining ethical standards and confidentiality at all times. Delivers care to individuals utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with individuals and other health care team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing. This position works closely with both the justice and court systems to ensure comprehensive services and coordination of care for individuals served.
Education, Training, and Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Nursing School required.
Must have and maintain a current RN license with the Board of Nurse Examiners in the State of Texas.
Three (3) years previous nursing experience and three (3) years prior experience working with persons with major mental illness preferred. Experience working on a multi-interdisciplinary team preferred.
Registration, Certification, Licensure, and Other Qualifications
Must have and maintain a current R.N. license in good standing with the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
Must have valid Texas driver's license, proof of auto liability insurance, and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by the Center's insurance carrier requirements.
All job specific training must be completed within 30 days of hire.
Must be able to perform the techniques of Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB).
Must be able to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
The ability to be mobile within the community to provide direct nursing services if needed.
Must have and maintain a background and criminal history free from any disqualifying offenses as outlined by the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) and the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Individuals with an out-of-state driver's license must be able to obtain a driver's license in the state of Texas within thirty (30) days.
Successful completion of all position-specific training within thirty (30) days of employment is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; of health care laws and regulations; of medical diagnosis and procedures; of accepted medical treatment programs; and of community health and nursing care principles, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge and background in mental health services. Knowledge of serious and persistent mental disorders, personality disorders and substance abuse/dependence syndromes encompassed in the DSM-IV.
Knowledge of common psychoactive medications used to treat neurobiological diseases of the brain.
Skills in the care and treatment of individuals, and in the operation of computers and applicable computer software.
Ability to provide individuals care, to prepare and maintain records, to explain public health laws, to recognize patterns of medically necessary treatment, to communicate effectively, and to train others.
Moderate mathematics skills. Proficient reading, writing, interpersonal relations, and communicative skills.
Auditory and visual skills; ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and lift items weighing 45 pounds or less; ability to talk and hear with aid greater than 2/3 of the time, ability to have clear vision at 20 inches or less; color vision; peripheral vision; and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to display regular and reliable (in-person, if required) attendance.
Understanding and practice of Trauma Informed Care principles.
Essential Duties
Completes skills training including but not limited to symptom management, medication management, and health/wellness. Review lab results and follow Abnormal Lab Procedure.
Provides direct home-based and clinic nursing services in the individual's living environment, psychiatric clinic, or alternate care setting. Provides a collaborative assessment by interviewing the individual served.
Performs and documents professional and comprehensive psychiatric and appropriate physical nursing assessments as outlined in the Nursing Practices Act.
Provides medication education and training using the Denton County MHMR Center assigned program materials.
Reviews laboratory reports as ordered by the physician. Analyzes and secures physician's signatures as appropriate and per procedures.
Performs vital signs and weight measurement as part of initial or follow-up procedures.
When indicated, provides safe and effective home-based nursing services in the individual's living environment for assessment, medication administration, and crisis intervention.
Conducts CRU (Crisis Residential Unit) nursing assessment for ACT clients.
Follows medication procedures and performs related documentation as required.
Documents all services provided to an individual or on behalf of an individual in a progress note to be entered in the individual's medical record.
Provides medication education and training to individuals served and consultation to ACT Team staff.
Develops medication education and training curriculum and implements when/where appropriate.
Provides family education and training to family members, relatives, and friends who constitute the individual's social support system.
Provides symptom management and education with focus on resolving current medical/mental situations while assisting the individual to be an active participant in their treatment.
Medical Care Coordination
Obtain information about primary care provider and medical medications ordered for client.
Gets consent for medical provider and any specialty provider treating the client.
Helps connect client to medical provider, integrated care or indigent health care as appropriate.
Requests copy of labs/test results from medical provider.
Follows up on labs/EKG that are ordered by client's prescriber.
May conduct physical, developmental, and psychosocial assessments to determine eligibility for health services.
Institutes, counsels, and assists individuals in meeting their health care needs. Monitors and reviews case management service plans.
Refers to the most effective and least restrictive approach to the behavioral health emergency.
Participates in developing and implementing a comprehensive crisis plan.
Communicates effectively following procedures with Denton County MHMR teams to provide continuity of care.
Provides case coordination activities for ACT Team consumers.
Serves as a case manager on an as-needed basis.
Monitors continuity and adequacy of consumer services within and outside the Center.
Adheres to workplace safety procedures, universal precautions, and the Center Infection Control Plan.
Provides emergency intervention and first aid as needed.
Engages in debriefing sessions after crisis events.
Employment Details Full Time : Non-Exempt
Work Model : In person
Monday through Friday : 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Range : $35 – $37 per hour
Benefits
The Center offers and covers 100% of the following to full-time employees:
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death Coverage
Basic Life Spouse Coverage
The Center offers and covers 100% of the following to part-time employees:
Short-Term Disability
Base Plan and Buy Up Plans offered through Imagine360.
The Center covers 100% of cost of the base plan if electing employee coverage only.
Internal & External Employee Assistance Programs.
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starts at date of hire.
Full-time employees earn up to 120 hours of PTO during first year of employment.
Part-time employees earn up to 60 hours of PTO during first year of employment.
PTO increases with tenure level.
The Center gives 5 personal days to full-time employees and 1 personal day to part-time employees to use at their discretion.
Full-time employees are enrolled into 401(a) retirement plan at 90 days of service.
The Center contributes 3% of earnings at 90 days of service.
The Center contributes 5% of earnings at 2 years of service.
Additional, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans available.
Full-time employees have access to Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Medical FSA
Dependent FSA
Denton County MHMR Center is an approved NHSC (CMHC) and Pediatric Specialty with HRSA and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) site.
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