Registered Nurse

CNS Healthcare Careers • Waterford, MI

15d • $70,000

About The Position

The Registered Nurse role is responsible for the provision of integrated nursing/medical services in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of persons with mental disorders, co-occurring substance abuse, and general medical conditions within their scope of practice. They coordinate integrated care with internal and external providers of mental health, physical health, and substance use disorders. The Registered Nurse monitors and manages general medical conditions focusing on the most common conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma/COPD, overweight, obesity, and tobacco use. 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. We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more! 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.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
• Current, unrestricted, State of Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification
• Valid and unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License
• Reliable transportation and current proof of auto insurance
• Prior clinical experience and demonstrated proficiency in providing clinical and nursing services including, but not limited to: collecting vitals, performing injections, and point of care testing
• Prior clinical experience and demonstrated proficiency in medical management, crisis, and behavior management techniques
• Working knowledge of medical terminology used in a mental health setting
• Experience with the application of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in health care organizations
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft office products
• Proficient in the use of electronic health records (EHRs)
• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to use discretion and judgment when handling matters of a sensitive or confidential nature
• Advanced time management, problem solving, customer service, interpersonal, conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills
• Ability to be forward thinking and take initiative to accomplish goals and objectives of the department
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment with the usual pressures of managing multiple priorities with time constraints
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and courteously
• Ability to work max 24 hours per week

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
• At least 1 year of experience as a registered nurse providing face-to-face, clinical services in any of the following settings: Behavioral Health, Community Mental Health, Psychiatric Hospital, State facility, Ambulatory Behavioral Health, Crisis Center, Substance Use Facility, Partial Hospital Program, Residential Program, or similar
• Use of health registries including the Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS), PMP AWARxE Program, Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP).
• General knowledge of the community mental health system based on the Michigan Mental Health Code and MDHHS contract

Responsibilities

• provision of integrated nursing/medical services in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of persons with mental disorders, co-occurring substance abuse, and general medical conditions within their scope of practice
• coordinate integrated care with internal and external providers of mental health, physical health, and substance use disorders
• monitors and manages general medical conditions focusing on the most common conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma/COPD, overweight, obesity, and tobacco use

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree