Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Service

Why Choose Community Inclusion?

At Community Inclusion, we recognize that mental wellness is the cornerstone of a meaningful life. With the launch of our Behavioral Health Service Organization (BHSO), we are expanding our mission to provide a holistic "Diagnosis to Death" continuum of care. Our services are designed to support individuals navigating complex mental health challenges by integrating clinical expertise with our core values of dignity, independence, and belonging.

Our BHSO model moves beyond traditional office-based therapy. We believe that mental health support is most effective when it is accessible, person-centered, and integrated into the fabric of the community. By addressing the psychological, social, and environmental factors that impact well-being, we help individuals not only manage symptoms but truly thrive in their daily lives.

Position Description:

The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to individuals with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders. This role focuses on the holistic assessment, monitoring, and treatment of patients within a therapeutic environment, ensuring safety and emotional stability. The RN acts as a critical link in the interdisciplinary team, coordinating medical and psychiatric needs to improve patient outcomes.

Schedule: Full Time or Coverage One Day Per Week

• Medication Management: Administer medications, perform medication reconciliation, and accurately document entries in the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
• Treatment Planning: Collaborate with providers to develop and coordinate individualized plans of care associated with medication management needs that meet medical necessity and regulatory standards.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate patient reports associated with addressing any medication management needs that have been addressed in accordance with state and federal regulations, such as HIPAA and Kentucky Administrative Regulations.

Qualifications:

Education & Training and/or Experience:

• Minimum Education: Associate's degree in nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Licensure: Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Kentucky (or a valid compact licensure).
• Experience: Prior professional experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric setting is preferred.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or crisis prevention certification (e.g., Handle with Care) may be preferred or required by specific facilities.
• Required Skills: Strong critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to function effectively in high-stress or emergencies.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Kentucky Medicaid regulations and standards for Behavioral Health Services Organizations (BHSOs) is highly beneficial.

Language/Math/Reasoning Ability:

• Communication: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and write clear, professional daily progress notes and behavioral observations.
• Synthesis: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to participants, families, and clinical supervisors.
• Logic: Ability to apply common sense and diagnostic reasoning to ensure physical ailments aren't misattributed to a participant's psychiatric condition ("diagnostic overshadowing").
• Math: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and perform basic operations involving units of American money.

Licenses, Police Check, Registration, and Certifications:

• Driver's License: Current Valid Kentucky Driver's License and maintains proper vehicle insurance coverage.
• Background Clearances: Acceptable checks from the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC); the Kentucky Nurse Aid Registry (KNAR); and the Central Registry (CAN).
• Training: Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification and CORE training from the College of Direct Support.
• Health & Safety: Maintain TB screening and pass drug screenings upon hire and randomly thereafter.