APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$76,608.72 to
$114,693.84
PAY GRADE: 39
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Psychiatric Nurses provide professional nursing care to individuals with developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or social, emotional and/or behavioral disorders, in an institution or out-patient setting in accordance with the authorized scope of practice specified in the Nurse Practice Act.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
This position is located at High Desert State Prison.
The Psychiatric Nurse 2 role involves managing patient care plans, conducting psychotherapeutic interventions, and providing health education. Nurses communicate care plans with team members, collect and document patient data, and attend treatment team meetings. They exercise psychotherapeutic techniques to help clients modify or eliminate dysfunctional health responses and ensure safety through appropriate use of restraints and seclusion. Psychiatric Nurses identify health education needs and teach principles of physical and mental health.
Additionally, nurses interact with patients to respect their rights, encourage participation in self-care plans, and set safety limits. The Psychiatric Nurse 2 manages psychiatric activities, document patient evaluations, and handle medical interventions by assessing health problems, triaging, and obtaining necessary physician orders. The PN 2 manages medication administration, observe patient responses, and recommend treatment plan changes. Continuing education is vital, as nurses initiate independent learning, participate in in-service programs, and communicate new knowledge to others. Proficiency in computer skills and adherence to OSHA guidelines and safety practices are required, along with maintaining professionalism and effective communication with staff and inmates.
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse and two years of professional nursing experience, one of which included working in a facility or institution with individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities; OR one year of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. |
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A Bachelor's degree in nursing is equivalent to a diploma or Associate's degree in nursing and one year of experience.
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Out of state applicants must have a temporary license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Nevada State Board of Nursing at the time of appointment and must obtain permanent licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Nevada State Board of Nursing as a condition of continuing employment. |
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A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. |
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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. |
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A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. |
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CPR certification is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. |
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The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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