Job Description
Officer - Specialty Mental Health Nurse
Today's Airmen face undeniable stresses and unique challenges in the line of duty. Our Mental Health Nurses play a crucial role in helping diagnose and aid in their continued all-over health. Providing safe and effective treatment alongside the mental health care team, they help promote and foster positive environments as they aid in maintaining the continued health of Airmen around the world.
What You'll Do
- Work with individuals, families, groups and communities to assess mental health needs
- Develop diagnoses and plans to then implement and evaluate nursing care
- Monitor patients undergoing detoxification from alcohol or drugs and assist in planning and providing comprehensive mental health services and support
- Conduct and use nursing research to improve healthcare delivery
- Manage inpatient care units, provide case management and work with members in the field