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Description

Sign-on bonus eligible!

What we're looking for:

The Behavioral Health Home (BHH) Nurse Care Manager will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide community-based integrated physical and behavioral health services to individuals who may have complex and chronic mental illness, substance abuse, and medical comorbidity. This position will work with individuals served to identify chronic behavior, discuss impact, and develop improvement strategies and specific goal-directed interventions.

Compensation Range:

The starting pay for this position is $62,613.13 - $73,662.50 annual salary, which 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!

• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
• Generous PTO program starting at 18 days annually
• 16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more

Interested in learning more about this role?

Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!

• Works within a team caseload of individuals with co-occurring physical and mental health needs
• Meets regularly with individuals served in office and community settings
• Participates in the selection of strategies to implement evidence-based wellness and prevention initiatives
• Participates in initial care plan development including specific goals for all enrollees
• Communicates with medical providers, subspecialty providers including mental health and substance abuse service providers, long-term care and hospitals regarding records including admission/discharge
• Provides education in health conditions, treatment recommendation, medications, and strategies to implement care plan goals including both clinical and non-clinical needs
• Monitors assessments and screenings to assure findings are integrated in the care plan
• Collects accurate vital signs as part of assessment/ongoing monitoring Including height, weight, BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, pulse oxygen, glucose and CO
• Completes Point of Care testing when indicated for ongoing monitoring of psychiatric, substance use and/or medical conditions. Tests may include: HA1C, Lipids, WBC, Urine Pregnancy test, and Urine Drug Screen
• Assesses and recommends laboratory testing based on an individual’s medications, psychiatric and medical conditions
• Facilitates the use of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other Health Information Technology (HIT) to link services, facilitate communication among team members and provide feedback
• Meets regularly with the care team to plan care and discuss cases and exchanges appropriate information with team members in an informal manner as part of the daily routine of the clinic
• Identifies current chronic medical condition trends
• Assesses barriers to care and implements solutions
• Identifies health care promotion and prevention services
• Attends Care Team Meetings
• Completes all required documentation completely, accurately, and in accordance with CNS
  policy.
• Assesses and monitors the health status of assigned individuals.
• Assists in the coordination and monitoring of medication for individuals
• Seeks out, links, and collaborates with primary and specialty care physicians, community health agencies, and other health care providers.
• Administers medications
• Provides education and monitoring for adverse reactions to medication
• Establishes a collaborative relationship with prescribers and clinic staff
• Facilitates weekly persons served doctor appointments
• Other duties as assigned
  

 Qualifications:

Required

• Current unrestricted RN license
• Valid and unrestricted Driver’s License

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
• One-year of experience (Full-Time) working with adults in a mental health setting

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!

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: CNS Healthcare complies with federal, state, and local laws in regard to COVID-19 vaccination. Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for medical or religious exemptions to these requirements in accordance with applicable law.

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