What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relief Nurse, FOH, Northampton position at Clinical & Support Options?
CSO is looking for a Relief Nurse for our shelter, Friends of the Homeless (FOH) in Northampton.
This position will provide monitoring and treatment for shelter guests and tenants.
As a Relief FOH Nurse:
You Will:
- Complete health assessments of guests and tenants as appropriate
- Monitor guests' and tenants' physical status as needed, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood sugar for signs of medication side effects. Report abnormal findings to supervisor
- Triage patients in need of urgent/emergent services (PCP visit, Urgent Care, Emergency Department)
- Implement CPR when indicated
- Provide training to nurses and relief nurses as necessary
- Implement appropriate isolation protocols as indicated; perform guest/tenant medical screening and other procedures including immunizations, testing, isolation and quarantine when appropriate and directed
- Provide health education for guests and tenants as part of treatment team when appropriate
- Contact guest/tenant PCP when appropriate, and make referrals to PCP's when necessary.
- Monitor guests and tenants when needed, including documentation, and provide closer observation as needed
- Provide supportive counseling and safety for guests and tenants; assist with activities of daily living, including self-care, recreation, and medication responsibilities, including assistance with intramuscular (IM) medication administration
- Function as an active member of the FOH Nursing Team, including attending staff meetings, arriving as needed for rotating shifts, charting and reporting on daily records, and maintaining knowledge of treatment plans
- Share observations, interactions, and knowledge to develop 24-hour care plans when needed
- Communicate regularly with family members, significant others, and involved providers and agencies in an effort to coordinate care. Transport clients approved by supervisor
Your Background:
- Must be Licensed in MA as a Registered Nurse
- Experience treating individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders (preferred)
- Computer proficiency
- 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
Our Agency:
Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!
CSO was voted a "Healthcare Industry Top Workplace" in 2023 and 2024. We are the fastest-growing Behavioral Health agency in Western Massachusetts. CSO has consistently received high marks on their internal employee satisfaction survey, noting that over 90% of CSO staff would recommend CSO as a great place to work. We encourage you to check us out!
CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.
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