Mental Health Residential Nursing Supervisor Manager III
Mental Health Residential Nursing Supervisor Manager III
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Overview
A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values we provide excellent public service seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits retirement plans wellness incentives a great organizational culture and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job something akin to a calling then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!
Johnson County Mental Health is looking for qualified applicants to fill the position of Nursing Supervisor (Manager III). The Mental Health Nurse Supervisor directs and oversees the medical services at the Youth and Family Services building and the Treatment Recovery Place and provides clinical supervision as well as staff development and engagement along with providing direct nursing services to clients in our residential services. The supervisor will work 7am 3:30pm several days a week and typical business hours the other days. In addition the nursing supervisor would work on the weekends at least once a month to provide training and support to the nurses. This position will remain open until filled.
Job Description
Job duties includes:
- Assesses psychiatric symptoms psychosocial issues likely side effects from medications potential medical problems mental status and possible need for change in treatment regimen through inperson (R.N. Medication Reviews) or phone contact with patients/collateral historians; consults with the psychiatrist inperson or by phone; verifies psychiatric provider orders; explains any ordered changes to patient/family; coordinates changes in treatment with other providers/pertinent personnel (e.g. case managers pharmacists residential substance dependence program staff etc.; monitors response and gives feedback as indicated; administers intramuscular injections as ordered by the psychiatric provider; identifies and coordinates the patients clinical needs with other members of the treatment team (e.g. therapists case managers); tracks and makes available for the psychiatrist necessary lab and other investigative results that have been complete; administers and tracks clinically necessary rating scales (e.g. AIMS to monitor for development of tardive dyskinesia) and refer to the psychiatric provider to evaluate.
- Supervises the systematic and efficient work flow for nurses within the residential locations on a daytoday basis including coordination of nursing coverage; delegates assignments and provides direction for the nursing staff in accordance with their level of training and the patients acuity; works in cooperation with medical providers and other Mental Health Center (MHC) staff to ensure the best quality of patient care; provides quality review of documentation and general psychiatric nursing practice of nurses; responsible for monitoring of adherence to policies procedures and regulatory standards; works with leadership and the providers to develop the weekly schedule; attends the required meetings; and coordinates with outside providers.
Job Requirements
Successful completion of education program in Nursing that meets the requirements for the Registered Nurse license; licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Kansas; two years of nursing experience; and valid drivers license with acceptable driving record are required.
Two 2 years of behavioral health direct patient nursing or relevant experience and two 2 years leading directing supervising or coordinating the work of others are preferred.
Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.
Physical Environmental and Special Working Conditions:
All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments/agencies in a declared emergency situation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
