Douglas County

Incumbent works under the direction of the Psychiatric Outpatient Program (POP) Program Manager or designee, performing medical assistant and clerical duties for patients eligible to receive services in the Outpatient Clinic. Essential Functions: Assist in providing patient treatment in strict adherence to established procedures and regulations. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, attorneys, law enforcement, judges, other agencies, and the public. Comply with Civil Service policies and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, County policies, department policies and laws to create a cooperative, safe, respectful and quality work environment. Escort patients to exam rooms, performing and recording screening procedures  (e.g. height, weight, blood pressure, vital signs, urinalysis). Prepare patients for appointment, informing the clinic nurse or...

Incumbent works under the direction of a Psychiatric Registered Nurse or designee, performing basic nursing care duties and providing needs and comfort of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures of the Douglas County Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Essential Functions: Perform clinical activities based on patient treatment plan. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, attorneys, law enforcement, judges, other agencies, and the public. Comply with Civil Service policies and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, County policies, department policies and laws to create a cooperative, safe, respectful and quality work environment. Attend shift report meetings exchanging information and providing continuity of care. Obtain, document, and chart patients’ vital signs and other data (e.g. height, weight, BMI). Observe psychosocial interactions, reporting...