CBHC ESP Nurse, Gardner

Clinical and Support Options, Inc; Gardner, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

CEUs for in-house training

Paid time off

403B retirement plan

Job summary

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. in Gardner, MA seeks Nurses to join the CBHC Emergency Services Program.

The ESP provides 24-hour behavioral health assessment, stabilization, and support, with a focus on community-based care as an alternative to hospital EDs. Responsibilities include medical screening, medication management, health assessments, vital signs monitoring, education, crisis support, and coordination with families and community providers.

Qualifications

• LPN or RN license is required.
• One year of experience with a psychiatric population preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical screening of CBHC/Respite client admissions.
• Coordinate medication and health care clearances prior to admission when possible.
• Review medications upon program admission, manage medication charting and administration.
• Package medications for clients to self-administer when nurse is not on duty.
• Complete health assessments of clients.
• Monitor clients' physical status (BP, pulse, temp, glucose) for meds side effects.
• Store medications per storage regulations (locked drawer).
• Provide health education as part of the treatment team.
• Monitor Respite clients with hourly bed checks and documentation.
• Offer supportive counseling and safety for clients.
• Assist with activities of daily living and medication management.
• Arrange aftercare and coordinate with community programs.

Skills

Nursing

Medical screening

Medication administration

Patient care

Communication

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

CSO is looking for Nurses to work in our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Clinic) Emergency Services Program (ESP) in Gardner.

Our Emergency Service Programs (ESPs) offer clients behavioral health assessments, intervention and stabilization (for youth, families and adults,) 24-hour availability, and are a preferred alternative to hospital emergency departments. We provide daily assessment and brief counseling, case management, nursing support and peer support.

This position will be responsible for the care and treatment of clients as well as specific tasks necessary to the operation of the program.

Starting Salary: $51,000-$70,000/year

As a CBHC ESP Nurse:

You Will:

• Perform medical screening of CBHC/Respite client admissions
• Coordinate medication and health care clearances prior to admission when possible, by taking information from hospital/community healthcare providers
• Review medications upon program admission, confirms prescriptions and dosages, set-up medication charting, administer, document and monitor medications of clients per program policy
• Package medications for clients to self-administer when Nurse is not on duty
• Complete health assessments of clients
• Monitor clients' physical status as needed, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood sugar for signs of medication side effects
• Comply with DPH regulations for storage of medications (in locked drawer)
• Provide health education for clients as part of treatment team when appropriate.
• Monitor Respite clients, including hourly bed checks and documentation, and provide closer observation as needed
• Provide supportive counseling and safety for clients utilizing the program
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including self-care, cooking, recreation, and medication responsibilities
• Arrange for clients to participate in designated community programs or return to their jobs. Schedule aftercare follow-up appointments for medication monitoring and/or review
• Function as an active member of the Program Treatment Team, on a day-to-day basis, in the therapeutic setting including
• Share observations, interactions, and knowledge to develop 24-hour care plans, maintaining knowledge of client's treatment plan
• Communicate regularly with family members, significant others, and involved providers in an effort to coordinate care
• Answer and direct crisis telephone calls according to established procedures

Your Background:

• LPN or RN license
• One year of experience working with a psychiatric population (preferred)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

We also seek applicants who embody CSO's values by being:

• Positive -- maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
• Respectful - collaborating and effectively communicating
• Insightful - demonstrating self-awareness and effectively priority setting
• Conscientious - taking accountability and applying feedback

What We Offer:

Competitive salaries, full health and dental coverage, free CEUs for in-house training, ample paid time off, a 403B retirement savings plan, employee referral bonuses, group rate supplemental insurances, a premier employee assistance program, personal cell phone plan discounts, and a flexible, supportive work environment fostering collaboration.

Our Agency:

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!

CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.