What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Nurse Care Coordinator position at COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES INC?
The Opportunity: We are seeking to hire a Nurse Care Coordinator to join our Regional Case Management Team. This individual works closely with the behavioral health provider, primary care providers, behavioral health team members, and the community agencies; provides professional assessment, coordination/planning of multiple health care services, and an ongoing evaluation of care management services to ensure that necessary clinical services are received. The Nurse Care Coordinator will process consults and deliver nursing care based on the client’s competency and cognitive need, and facilitate/re-enforce education while fostering client accountability and self-management skills.
About Us: For over 35 years, Community Support Services has been making a difference in the lives of countless individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Our nearly 300 employees are real-life champions committed to quality treatment, collaborative care, and effective outcomes. Located in downtown Akron, Ohio, we serve as a leader in behavioral health care for the entire Summit County area.
What We’re Looking For:
- Graduate of accredited nursing program and valid license to practice as an RN in the State of Ohio required.
- Experience providing nursing services to persons with severe and persistent mental illness in a community and clinic setting.
- A car and valid Ohio Driver’s License and insurability through the agency’s insurance carrier.
- Knowledge of nursing rules and regulations in the State of Ohio, including discernment regarding scope of practice issues and thorough knowledge of nursing standards and practice.
- Excellent organizational, attention to detail and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Commitment to confidentiality, following rules of HIPAA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Skill in managing time and meeting deadlines.
- Crisis stabilization techniques.
- Ability to work non-judgmentally with individuals whose behavior and belief systems are incongruent with that of society and/or your personal beliefs.
What We Offer:
- Working within in a mission-driven, highly engaged environment
- A supportive, professional workplace with excellent resources
- Engaging, autonomous atmosphere
- Professional Development Assistance and Education Assistance Program
- Program-Site Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- 401(k) with 5% employer contribution
- 10 paid holidays and 15 days of PTO annually
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Subsidized membership to local YMCA branches
- Life insurance and short- and long-term disability
Qualifications:
Company's website: www.cssbh.org
Company's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/103601489691547/
Community Support Services is an equal opportunity employer utilizing affirmative action for veterans and candidates with disabilities.
Salary : $62,000 - $78,000