Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Home
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What we’re 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.
Responsibilities
* 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 recommendations, medications, and strategies to implement care plan goals including both clinical and non-clinical needs
* Monitors assessments and screenings to ensure findings are integrated in the care plan
* Collects accurate vital signs as part of assessment/ongoing monitoring (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 (e.g., HA1C, Lipids, WBC, Urine Pregnancy test, Urine Drug Screen)
* Assesses and recommends laboratory testing based on 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 as part of daily clinic routine
* 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
* 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 doctor appointments for persons served
Qualifications
Required
* Current unrestricted RN license
* Valid and unrestricted Driver’s 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 7,000 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The contractor will not 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 compensation information as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose it to individuals who do not have access to compensation information, unless in specified circumstances (e.g., formal complaint or charge, investigation, or legal duty).
Additional information
Location: Southfield, MI
Compensation: $70,000 annual salary (based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience)
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