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Mental Health Nurse

United States Air Force • Old Bridge, NJ 08857 • Posted 1 day ago

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Mental Health Nurses in the United States Air Force play a crucial role in diagnosing and aiding Airmen with mental health issues. They work alongside the mental health care team to provide safe and effective treatment, promoting and fostering positive environments to maintain the health of Airmen worldwide.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and aid Airmen with mental health issues
  • Work alongside the mental health care team
  • Provide safe and effective treatment
  • Promote and foster positive environments
  • Maintain the health of Airmen worldwide

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing from a school accredited by the NLN or CCNE
  • Knowledge of mental health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illness
  • Minimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapy
  • Civilian mental health nursing experience is creditable
  • Completion of 5.5-week Officer Training School course
  • Must be between the ages of 18 and 47

About United States Air Force

The United States Air Force is the aerial warfare force of the United States and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States Armed Forces. It offers opportunities for enlisted airmen, officers, and health care professionals. The U.S. Air Force operates a diverse fleet of aircraft, provides aerial warfare services, and maintains a significant global presence to support missions and partnerships with allied nations.

Full Job Description

CARE FOR THE STRESSES WE CAN’T SEE
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.
REQUIREMENTS
You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing from a school accredited by the NLN or CCNE


Qualifications
  • Knowledge of mental health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illness
  • Minimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapy
  • Civilian mental health nursing experience is creditable.
  • Completion of Officer Training School course
  • Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 47th birthday