Date Posted:

April 21, 2016

Salary:

$79747.56 – $96933.66/year

Description:

The Mental Health Nurse performs licensed professional nursing duties in the Mental Health clinical environment, including critical assessment of the client’s needs, psychiatric condition, current state and symptoms, and compliance with medications and treatment within a framework of established procedures. The Nurse will conduct brief individual education and counseling to patients and/or family members regarding their diagnosis and treatment and encourages compliance and physical health. The Nurse will collaborate with and may provide technical assistance to professional level contractors and/or private service providers as well as County staff in the coordination of patient care.

Qualifications:

Experience: Two yeas of psychiatric nursing or community mental health nursing experience.
Education/Training: Associate’s degree in Nursing or diploma in Nursing from a three year RN program.
License: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
Possession of a current CPR certificate.

How to Apply:

To view the full job announcement and apply, please visit http://www.jobsatsolanocounty.com

Filing Deadline:

5:00pm on May 5, 2016