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Job Description:
As a Registered Mental Health Nurse working in the prison healthcare system in Leith, you will play a vital role in providing mental health care to inmates. This position offers an excellent opportunity for mental health nurses seeking consistent and meaningful work in a unique healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Mental Health Assessment: Conduct thorough mental health assessments for inmates, identifying and diagnosing a range of mental health conditions.
Therapeutic Interventions: Develop and implement individualized care plans, providing therapeutic interventions such as counseling, group therapy, and crisis management.
Medication Management: Administer and manage psychiatric medications, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to medical protocols.
Crisis Response: Be prepared to respond to mental health crises within the prison, providing immediate care and coordinating with emergency services when necessary.
Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and prison staff, to deliver comprehensive mental health care.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential medical records, complying with healthcare and prison regulations.
Security and Safety: Adhere to all security and safety protocols, ensuring the well-being of both staff and inmates.
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