Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Home

What were looking for:

The Behavioral Health Home (BHH) Nurse Care Manager will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide community-based integrated physical and behavioral health services to individuals who may have complex and chronic mental illness substance abuse and medical comorbidity. This position will work with individuals served to identify chronic behavior discuss impact and develop improvement strategies and specific goal-directed interventions.

Compensation Range:

The starting pay for this position is $70000 annual salary which is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Whats in it for you:

As a member of our team you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones.Weve shared some highlights below but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more!

• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Employer-paid benefits including dental vision life and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
• Generous PTO program starting at 18 days annually
• 16 paid holidays including 3 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) HRSA and more

Interested in learning more about this role

Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!

• Works within a team caseload of individuals with co-occurring physical and mental health needs
• Meets regularly with individuals served in office and community settings
• Participates in the selection of strategies to implement evidence-based wellness and prevention initiatives
• Participates in initial care plan development including specific goals for all enrollees
• Communicates with medical providers subspecialty providers including mental health and substance abuse service providers long-term care and hospitals regarding records including admission/discharge
• Provides education in health conditions treatment recommendation medications and strategies to implement care plan goals including both clinical and non-clinical needs
• Monitors assessments and screenings to assure findings are integrated in the care plan
• Collects accurate vital signs as part of assessment/ongoing monitoring Including height weight BMI waist circumference blood pressure pulse respirations pulse oxygen glucose and CO
• Completes Point of Care testing when indicated for ongoing monitoring of psychiatric substance use and/or medical conditions. Tests may include: HA1C Lipids WBC Urine Pregnancy test and Urine Drug Screen
• Assesses and recommends laboratory testing based on an individuals medications psychiatric and medical conditions
• Facilitates the use of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other Health Information Technology (HIT) to link services facilitate communication among team members and provide feedback
• Meets regularly with the care team to plan care and discuss cases and exchanges appropriate information with team members in an informal manner as part of the daily routine of the clinic
• Identifies current chronic medical condition trends
• Assesses barriers to care and implements solutions
• Identifies health care promotion and prevention services
• Attends Care Team Meetings
• Completes all required documentation completely accurately and in accordance with CNS policy.
• Assesses and monitors the health status of assigned individuals.
• Assists in the coordination and monitoring of medication for individuals
• Seeks out links and collaborates with primary and specialty care physicians community health agencies and other healthcare providers.
• Administers medications
• Provides education and monitoring for adverse reactions to medication
• Establishes a collaborative relationship with prescribers and clinic staff
• Facilitates weekly persons served doctor appointments

Qualifications:

• Current unrestricted RN license
• Valid and unrestricted Drivers License

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
• One year of experience (Full-Time) working with adults in a mental health setting

About CNS Healthcare:

CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees paraprofessionals and support staff delivering services to more than 7000 people annually.

• CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations and uses a patient-centered approach to identify support and promote the overall health of children adolescents adults and older adults.
• Visit our website to learn more about our mission vision and values!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Required Experience:

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