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Clinical & Support Options lists this CBHC ESP Nurse, Gardner opportunity in gardner, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
CBHC ESP Nurse, Gardner
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
Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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
At CSO, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to supporting your professional growth, well-being, and success through: Competitive salaries
Health and dental insurance
Generous paid time off
403(b) retirement savings plan
Free CEUs and ongoing professional development through in-house training
Employee referral bonuses
Group-rate supplemental insurance options
A premier Employee Assistance Program
A flexible, supportive, and collaborative work environment
Why Join CSO?
For more than 50 years, Clinical & Support Options, Inc. (CSO) has been providing innovative, compassionate behavioral health services throughout Western Massachusetts. With locations across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and surrounding communities, our multidisciplinary teams work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families.
When you join CSO, you become part of a mission-driven organization where collaboration, professional growth, and community partnerships are valued. We encourage our employees to bring their ideas, strengths, and unique perspectives to their work-and provide opportunities to learn, grow, and build a rewarding career along the way.
Come grow with us and make a difference in the communities we serve!
A Great Place to Work
CSO was named a Healthcare Industry Top Workplace, and has been recognized as the fastest-growing behavioral health agency in Western Massachusetts . Our commitment to our employees is reflected in our consistently strong internal employee satisfaction results, with more than 90% of CSO staff reporting that they would recommend CSO as a great place towork.
We invite you to learn more about CSO and discover what makes our organization a great place to build your career.
Professional Development
We are committed to helping our employees continue to learn and grow. CSO offers in-house training and professional development opportunities in areas such as:
Trauma-Informed Care • Motivational Interviewing • Mindfulness Skills • and more
EOE/AA
Worksite address
gardner, MA, 01440, US
Who can apply
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