Psychiatric Registered Nurse Psychiatric RN Notional
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Job Location:
Phoenix, NM - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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*Position is contingent upon successful contract award.
Location
TBD
Clearance Level
T2 Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT)
Primary Function
Provides specialized nursing care for individuals with acute and chronic behavioral health needs in a high-security facility emphasizing safety stabilization and continuity of care.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health nursing assessments medication administration and monitoringfortherapeutic response and side effects.
- Implement suicide prevention protocols observation levels and de-escalation techniques.
- Coordinate with psychiatrists psychologists and custody staff for treatment planning and crisis intervention.
- Maintainaccuratedocumentation MARs and handoffs;participatein CQI and case reviews.
- Provide psychoeducation groups and discharge/transfer planning to support continuity of care.
Job Requirements
- Active RN license with at least 2 years of psychiatric/behavioral health experience.
- BLS/CPR; CPI or equivalent de-escalation certification preferred.
- Knowledge of psychopharmacology suicide risk assessment and trauma-informed care.
- Ability to obtain and maintain necessary clearances and credentials required for access to detention facilities.
- Meet the requirements of the contract for all immunizations.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be a US citizen or permanent resident resided in the U.S. for 3 years in the past 5 years.
- Must complete all required training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing.
- Experiencein correctional or forensic settings.
- ANCC PsychiatricMental Health Nursing certification.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred); or fluency in other languages.
- Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been grantedfavorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months.
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions
- Work is performed in a secure detention facility.
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays as needed.
- Ability to work in a secure facility and comply with security protocols.
- Ability to stand walk or sit for extended periods and lift up to 2535 lbs as role requires.
Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color sex national origin age protected veteran status or disability status.
For OFCCP compliance the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:
Acuity-CHS LLCRequired Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Acuity International provides mission continuity for government and enterprises, offering tailored solutions in healthcare, security, and complex construction worldwide.
