Community Mental Health Nurse 2 Behavioral Health

Lincoln County, ME - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 40 - 54

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Lincoln County Behavioral Health division is looking for a Community Mental Health Nurse to help provide necessary services to our community. Thise person will perform a wide variety of community based professional mental health nursing duties which includes direct patient care and nursing case management. They will also promote physical and emotional health addresses health concerns of patients educates clients on various health care issues and provides information on health choices. This role is also responsible for maintaining records and files according to all applicable County policies and procedures and makes reports as required. Maintaining client contact to comply with division productivity standards.

$40.19 - $54.02 per hour*

*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical Dental & Vision Coverage
11% County contribution to 401(k)
County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
$40000 County Paid Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

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Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

Community Health Nurses will follow the six standards of practice:

Assessment By means of home visits and/or office-based visits conduct patient interviews and chart review work with clients to develop a plan of treatment. Documents assessment in terms that are understandable to all involved in the care process. Performs emergency general mental health assessment referral and counseling duties including crisis intervention as required. May provide direct observation of clients taking medication or observe clients filling pill minders.
Diagnosis and Priorities Analysis of the assessment to derive a mental health diagnosis and service priorities. Documents diagnoses or concerns in a manner that facilitates the clients involvement in developing a plan of care.
Outcomes identification Based on the diagnosis the CMHN will identify outcomes that are culturally relevant health literate based in evidence and attainable through local resources and policies. Document expected outcomes and measurable objectives.
Planning Develop a plan that is client-centered and reflects best practices by identifying strategies action plans and alternatives to meeting expected outcomes. Document the plan using health literate and culturally competent language that can be understood by care team and individual being served.
Implementation The CMHN oversees the implementation of the plan through treatment case management referrals to community partners administration of long acting injectables collaboration with community resources health promotion and education. Documents activities and status of care coordination.
Evaluation Apply on-going progress assessment to revise plans interventions and activities as appropriate for ultimate health outcomes for the individual. Documents changes to enhance effectiveness of interventions.

Other Functions:

Attend and participate in team meetings trainings and activities to further the mental health of the community.
Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team for identified clients as indicated.
Provide staff training relative to best practices as assigned.

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Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION

Associates degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

EXPERIENCE

Two years* of experience in a mental health setting.

*Lived experience with mental health may substitute for years of experience.

DRIVERS LICENSE
Must possess a valid Oregon Drivers License within 30 days of hire.

OTHER LICENSES
Must possess a valid license to practice in the State of Oregon as a Registered Professional Nurse as defined by statutes or administrative rules which include but are not limited to ORS 678.010 to 678.360 at the time of hire. The employee is required to maintain current and active licensures and certifications as applicable and to provide the appropriate verifications at the time of renewals.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in nursing preferred. Bilingual and/or bicultural competencies for the Latino population are preferred.

Knowledge of:

The principles practices methods and procedures of nursing as applied to community and public mental health.
The uses and effects of medications.
Issues of alcohol and drug abuse.
The strength-based model of behavior change.
Problem-solving techniques and negotiation skills in accordance with motivational interviewing and behavior change theory.
Utilization of community resources.
Medical record keeping practices.
Functions and resources of private and public agencies.

Skill or ability to:

Build therapeutic relationships and maintain therapeutic boundaries; engage clients in mutual goal setting.
Provide professional nursing care independently.
Identify community and individual health problems and to plan and administer solutions.
Administer medications.
Interpret and apply written policies procedures and guidelines.
Establish and maintain records; learn new information quickly and adapt to changing situations.
Use research data and evidence-based practices to inform and improve nursing practice.
Courteously meet and deal with patients.
Act in a professional manner and to understand and commit to a professional code of ethics.
Maintain the confidentiality of privileged information in accordance with HIPAA and Lincoln County policies.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work knowledge skills abilities and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Live and work in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Located on the Central Oregon Coast Lincoln County is a growing dynamic community with a booming tourist industry. From the docks of Newport to the worlds smallest harbor in Depoe Bay Lincoln County has something for everyone!

WHY LINCOLN COUNTY

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Lincoln County sits in the Central Oregon Coast boasting miles of stunning beaches. Travelers from all over the world have made Lincoln County a must-see location. From the Kite Festival in Lincoln City Founders Days in Newport and the La De Da Parade in Yachats there is never a celebration too far away! Our vibrant arts community incredible restaurants and hotels and unmatched natural beauty make this a truly amazing place to call home.

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Lincoln County is one of the 36 counties in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2020 census its population was 50395. The county seat is Newport where our Health and Human Services Department is headquartered. Lincoln County consists of Lincoln City Depoe Bay Siletz Newport Toledo Waldport and Yachats. Each town along our beautiful coastline offers something a little different and unique from the others and the drive along Highway 101 is a postcard in living color.

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Position SummaryThe Lincoln County Behavioral Health division is looking for a Community Mental Health Nurse to help provide necessary services to our community. Thise person will perform a wide variety of community based professional mental health nursing duties which includes direct patient care a...