Do you want to spend your life making a difference? East Alabama Mental Health Center is seeking a registered nurse to deliver compassionate medical care to our consumers in our facilities. This position will be responsible for monitoring the medical condition of consumers on a regular basis and for obtaining appropriate medical care when indicated. If you want to apply your hard-earned training in a positive, welcoming environment, then East Alabama Mental Health Center is the right place for you.
Job Responsibilities
Distribute correct medications to patients in proper doses, recording times of administration in charts to ensure ongoing accuracy
Take and record patient vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse and respiration, noting any undesirable signs and reporting them to other medical staff members
Perform daily rounds to monitor patient morale and progress, converse with patients to gauge comfort levels, track changes and report patient status to supervisors
Monitors medical records to ensure that regular doctor and dental visits are scheduled.
Provides emergency medical care as needed and ensures that emergency medical supply kits are properly stocked.
Collects laboratory specimens and assists direct care staff in the collection of routine stool specimens, sputum, etc.
When behavioral abnormalities or side effects are observed, refers immediately to the RN.
Consults with family members.
Ensures infection control policies and procedures are followed.
Responsible for regularly consulting with the physician regarding medications, illnesses, and routine medical care.
Ensures doctor orders are followed.
Completes all required documentation
Skills/Requirements
Job Skills & Qualifications
Required:
Registered Nurse.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
Must meet conditional employment requirements.
CPR certification
Preferred:
Psychiatric nursing experience
Knowledge of psychotropic medications
Highly organized and strong attention to detail
Outgoing and patient with superior communication skills
