Full Job Description
As a Mental Health Nurse specializing in Live-in Nursing, you will provide comprehensive emotional and psychiatric care in the home setting. Your primary responsibilities include creating and implementing personalized care plans, using therapeutic methods to enhance patient mental health, and collaborating with psychiatrists and counselors for coordinated treatments. You will engage directly with patients to understand their needs, offering empathetic support and crisis intervention when necessary. Through proactive mental health management, you empower patients to lead fulfilling lives within a supportive environment.
The Work You'll Do:
- Collaborate with psychiatrists to deliver medications and interpret psychological assessments
- Conduct regular evaluations to modify care strategies for patient progression
- Develop mental health care plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Facilitate support groups and activities to enhance mental health engagement
- Provide direct nursing care, using therapeutic techniques
What You'll Bring:
- Analytical ability to assess mental health changes and implement interventions
- Commitment to continuous professional development in psychiatric nursing
- Empathic communication and counseling skills for patient interaction
- In-depth knowledge in mental health conditions and treatment methodologies
- Resilience and patience to work with individuals experiencing mental health challenges
Qualifications:
- Active RN license with experience in mental health settings
- Experience in working within interdisciplinary mental health teams
- Familiarity with psychotherapeutic methodologies and medication management
- Master's degree in Mental Health Nursing or equivalent
- Training in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques