Registered Nurse - Primary Care - Adult Behavioral Care Coordinator - RN

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

4d•$36 - $59

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve as an Adult Behavioral Care Coordinator within the Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) program. This role focuses on providing comprehensive care coordination for patients referred for IBH services, including mental health screenings, medication reconciliation, and collaborative care management. The nurse will work within a Collaborative Care Model, partnering with primary care providers and psychiatric consultants to implement treatment strategies and ensure systematic follow-up. Responsibilities include patient engagement, education on mental health conditions and self-management, and facilitating interdisciplinary communication. The RN is accountable for coordinating nursing care, supporting professional nursing practice, and contributing to quality improvement efforts. This position may involve driving a personal vehicle. New graduate nurses should apply through the Nurse Residency Program. TN sponsorship is available.

Requirements

Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.
All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.
One year of RN experience required.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Experience working in a team environment.
Computer skills required.
Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.
Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).
Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments for patients referred for IBH care coordination, including mental health screening tools (PHQ-9, GAD-7, C-SSRS, etc.) and medication reconciliation.
Determine eligibility for IBH care coordination for bipolar disorder and other conditions, consulting with supervising psychiatrists as needed.
Serve as the Integrated Behavioral Health Care Coordinator within the Collaborative Care Model, maintaining a patient registry, tracking progress, and ensuring systematic follow-up using validated tools.
Partner with primary care providers (PCPs) and psychiatric consultants to implement treatment-to-target strategies, adjusting care plans based on patient response.
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to set goals and support adherence to treatment plans.
Provide education on mental health conditions, medications, and self-management strategies.
Facilitate communication between PCPs, psychiatric consultants, and other care team members to ensure integrated care delivery.
Participate in systematic case reviews and contribute to care plan development.
Coordinate nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education, and transitions of care.
Support professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care.
Function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, including accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients.
Delegate patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and availability of resources.
Participate on committees or projects.
Drive personal vehicle as part of the responsibility of the role (for a subset of employees).