Registered Nurse

CNS Healthcare; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 54,315 - 66,385; Part time

Job summary

CNS Healthcare in Pontiac, MI, is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide integrated nursing and medical services for individuals with mental disorders. The role involves coordinating care, monitoring medical conditions, and managing patient needs within their scope of practice.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate degree in Nursing, a valid Michigan RN license, and experience in a clinical setting. Pay starts at $60,350 based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Michigan.
• CPR and BLS certification is necessary.
• Proficiency in medical terminology relevant to mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated nursing services for persons with mental disorders.
• Manage and monitor medical conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
• Coordinate care with mental health and physical health providers.

Skills

Clinical experience

Crisis intervention skills

Time management

Communication skills

Proficiency with EHRs

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

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.

Compensation Range:

The starting pay for this position is $60,350 and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

• 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

Preferred:

• 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

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