RN

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Functions as a RN utilizing the nursing process with performing comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments. Evaluates mental status and refers patients to other treatment providers when necessary. Assumes primary responsibility and accountability for one's nursing practices as defined in the Tennessee Code of Nursing Practice, as it pertains to a licensed practical nurse and functions under the supervision of a physician.         

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments, evaluates mental status and refers to other treatment providers when necessary. 
• Monitors changes in health status, including but not limited to vital signs, weights, nutritional status, and disease states and reports abnormal values as required.   
• Administers and monitors medications as ordered.  Monitors medication effectiveness, side effects and compliance.  May perform assessments for any side effects/EPS. Monitors clinic medication supply and maintains necessary documentation.
• Provides phone triage and addresses medication issues with patients when necessary.  Provides proper education and guidance as necessary. Assists patients with accessing medications including obtaining prior authorizations and accessing prescription assistance programs.
• Provides healthcare education to patients and/or families or staff as assigned.
• Provides CLIA Waived laboratory testing as ordered. Maintains CLIA waived laboratory environment including Quality Control testing and documentation. Monitors received laboratory values and reports abnormal values as required. Phlebotomy may be required.
• Provides employee health services as directed, including annual influenza vaccination clinics and staff TB skin testing.
• Works in collaboration with other members of the treatment team and in collaboration with external health care providers as necessary. Nurses may provide direct physical supervision to Certified Medical Assistants and delegate tasks in accordance with the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and other applicable regulations. 
• Completes clinical documentation within organization’s policy standards.
• Maintains all mandatory trainings up to date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must have the ability to work cooperatively with all staff and physicians and function as a valuable member of the treatment team. 
• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Strong prioritization/organization skills.
• Meets dress code standards, appearance is neat and clean.
• Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.
  Reports to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated time.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community...
• Complies with organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of facility.
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level
High School diploma or GED required. Graduation from accredited RN program.

Years of Experience

Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year experience in psychiatric or equivalent mental health related nursing experience is preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• Registered Nurse (RN) in Tennessee required
• CPR-BLS certification required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Task Percentage of Time/Frequency
Standing - 20%
Sitting - 80%
Squatting - occasional
Driving - occasional
Kneeling - occasional
Lifting - occasional
Bending - occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$0.00--$0.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• 403b retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and ten paid holidays

• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee Resource Groups

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.