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Working Title of Vacant Position
Psychiatric Nurse I
Job Type
Part Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division
CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC
Requisition Number
2024113
Number of hours worked per week
up to 27 hours
Work Schedule
Monday, Tuesday and Friday (may vary).
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA (224 Great Bridge Blvd.)
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE11
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$25.06 – $41.35 per hour, Depending on Qualifications
Job Description
Psychiatric Nurse I Part Time
A great opportunity!! Are you looking for a part time position with no weekends? We have a great team dedicated to helping the citizens in our community and we may have a place for you. We are looking for a Psychiatric Nurse to:
Provide psychiatric nursing care to individuals. Including but not limited to:
A great opportunity!! Are you looking for a part time position with no weekends? We have a great team dedicated to helping the citizens in our community and we may have a place for you. We are looking for a Psychiatric Nurse to:
Provide psychiatric nursing care to individuals. Including but not limited to:
- Providing clinical case coordination with other staff.
- Acting as a liaison with other care providers (i.e. therapists, prescribers, etc.) to coordinate individual treatment.
- Assisting the individual in accessing medication and psychiatric care.
- Assessing and coordinating clinical needs of caseload.
- Collaborating with other treatment team members in planning therapeutic interventions.
- Complete nursing assessments, provide education and support.
- Work within broad policy and organizational guidelines and within the scope of practice of a licensed registered nurse.
- Interacts with insurance companies regarding prior authorization of medications which requires chart reviews for medication history and completion of the appropriate forms via phone, fax or other electronic means.
- Psychiatric nurse performs individual assessments to determine current mental status, evidence of decompensation, related medical issues, lethal ideation, and positive or negative response to medication.
- Provides clinical interventions and intervenes in emergency situations, as needed.
- Prepares and administers medications via injection.
- Call or e-scripting medication orders to various pharmacies and document the same. Interacting with Pharmacy staff to clarify orders, resolve issues, ensure individuals can obtain their medications, etc.
- Psychiatric nurse documents nursing assessments and interventions in the individual’s electronic medical record in compliance with quality assurance and licensure standards. Ensures completion of the necessary paperwork to secure insurance authorization and payment.
- Maintains individual’s confidentiality.
- Organizes and supervises psychiatric clinics; Works proficiently with on-site as well as Tele-Medicine prescribers.
- Independently plan and implement individual care and projects and report progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse ourBenefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in nursing.
EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in nursing.
EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES:
- Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or a reciprocal state (according to the Nurse Licensure Compact as prescribed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing).
- May require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City’s Driving Standards.
SPECIALREQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from a accredited school of nursing.
Requires RN License
Requires RN License
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/06/2024
Job Close Date
04/10/2024
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crouching
Never- Never occurs.
Crawling
Never- Never occurs.
Bending
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Twisting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Office Equipment, computer, copier, fax, multi-line phone, medical equipment (blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, syringes for injection administration).
Protective Equipment Required
Mask and Gloves
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
M = Several Times Per Month
Physical Danger or Abuse
M = Several Times Per Month
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
N = Never
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
M = Several Times Per Month
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Nursing supervisor and nurses can assist if needed.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
