Registered Nurse

What We Are Looking For

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.

What’s In It For You

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!

Qualifications

Required:

• 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

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.
• Visit our website to learn more about our mission, vision, and values!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner 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 the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)