Army MOS · Medical
66C Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Nurse
Overview
Psychiatric and Behavioral Health Nurses provide specialized nursing services to emotionally distressed individuals and promote mental health within treatment facilities and nearby military communities. They perform liaison and consultative functions to maintain continuity of patient care.
Core Skills
- behavioral health assessment
- treatment planning and coordination
- crisis intervention
- patient advocacy
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- documentation and clinical recordkeeping
- patient and family education
- confidentiality and privacy compliance
- communication and counseling skills
- case management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Apache Spark
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
- Google Docs
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Kronos Workforce Timekeeper
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Nursing
- Behavioral Health
- Public Health
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (PMH-BC) · Funded
- Acute/Critical Care Nursing Certification: Adult · Funded
- Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor Exam (AADC)
- Alcohol & Drug Counselor Exam (ADC)
Career Growth
- Board Certified-Telemental Health Provider
- Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN)
- Certified Addictions Registered Nurse-Advanced Practice (CARN-AP) · Funded
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) · Funded
- Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry.
Related Occupations
- Nurse Practitioners
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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