CCBHC Registered Nurse

 If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do.  

Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you! 

We are currently looking to fill a Registered Nurse role at our Merrionette Park office. 

SALARY:  The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $65,000 - $78,000. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level. 

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus for first-time employees with MFS! ($1,250 on the first paycheck and $1,250 after 6 months of employment).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

• Assess patients need for a physical exam and conduct health assessments, including, but not limited to, communicable diseases, tobacco use, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and screenings for medical and behavioral health conditions  
• Coordinate medical care, including providing referrals to community medical providers, scheduling appointments, and liaising with external providers to obtain patients' records  
• Conduct metabolic monitoring (i.e. blood pressure, weight and body mass index)   
• Obtain and ensure processing of lab work for patients drawn both internally (if applicable) and externally   
• Administer medications, including injectable psychotropic medications, following prescribed guidelines and safety protocols  
• Provide basic first aid and manage medical emergencies and crisis situations appropriately  
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment and medications, reporting concerns to the prescribing provider and treatment team   
• Provide patient education/counseling, both individually and in groups, regarding medications, chronic conditions, behavioral health diagnoses healthy eating, exercise and fitness, family planning, safe sex practices, harm reduction strategies for substance use, and general wellness  
• Engage in outreach and follow-up to promote patient engagement and adherence to treatment plans  
• Support crisis intervention efforts, including de-escalation and collaboration with emergency services when necessary  
• Coordinate with pharmacies to ensure patients have timely access to prescribed treatments  
• Perform and submit prior authorizations for medications, procedures, and other treatment services, including reviewing denials and obtaining additional information that could alter the initial decision  
• Collaborate with psychiatric providers, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care   
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)  
• Participate in care team meetings, case consultations, and treatment planning discussions  
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as CCBHC quality and reporting standards  
• Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program Associate's degree in nursing, required.
• Current RN license in the State of Illinois (or ability to obtain), preferred. 
• Current CPR/BLS Certification issued by American Heart Association, required. 
• Proficiency in documentation and electronic health records. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to handle multiple clinical responsibilities with attention to detail. 
• Training and experience working with people of all ages in behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment settings, preferred.  
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team model 
• Bilingual in English/Spanish, preferred. 
• Certification in Psychiatric Nursing, preferred.   
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention techniques, preferred. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and/or weekends if needed. 

TRAVEL/MOBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 

• ​​Driving for work required with a personally owned vehicle​. Travel been sites is required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use hands and fingers to feel, handle, and operate objects or controls, and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal. 

Metropolitan Family Services puts our people first with a top-of-the-line benefits package. Find out more by clicking here! 

Some highlights include: 

• Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage.
• Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date.
• FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members.
• Ascensus 401K plan services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of eligibility.

And so much more! Make sure you click here to see the full suite of benefits offered! 

MORE ABOUT US: 

Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness, and empowerment.