Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Value-based care, Strategic leadership, Care coordination, Performance improvement, Data analytics
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Nursing Assessments, Phlebotomy, Injections, Electronic Health Record, De-escalation Techniques
School Based Behavioral Health Liaison - Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Mid level
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Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Nursing Assessment, Phlebotomy, Injections, Electronic Health Record, De-escalation Techniques
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Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Nursing assessments, Phlebotomy, Injections, Electronic health record, De-escalation techniques
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
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Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Care coordination, Mental health support, Physical health advocacy, Medication management, Documentation
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Skills: Scheduling, Administrative Support, Customer Service, Insurance Verification, Data Entry
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
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Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, Problem Solving, Case Management, De-escalation, Vital Signs Monitoring
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc…
Skills: Customer Service, Call Center Operations, Insurance Verification, Appointment Scheduling, Communication
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Full-time
professional certificate
Medical Insurance, Prescription Drug Coverage, Health Savings Account, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Basic Life Insurance
Posted 1d ago
~36 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide psychiatric care and medication management for consumers within the Emergency Psychiatric Services setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient progress and facilitate appropriate dispositions to home or hospitalization.
Requirements
Must possess a valid Tennessee Registered Nurse or LPN license and be proficient in phlebotomy and injections. Requires a clean motor vehicle report, background check, and personal automobile insurance.
Full job description
Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals.
Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee.
Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis.
If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!
JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN)/ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports the licensed physician or Advanced Practice Nurse, as well as the overall health-care team, in providing psychiatric care to consumers in Emergency Psychiatric Services. The RN works in close collaboration with the team to evaluate the patient's plan of care and progress toward treatment goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform psychiatric nursing assessments and medication management for consumers in EPS setting.
Interpret and process Provider’s medication orders for the consumer.
Provide medication teaching/education for consumers.
Provide on-going assessment of consumers while in EPS.
Provide referrals to hospitalization, diversion services, or other recommended disposition.
Work collaboratively with all disciplines within the Emergency Psychiatric Services team.
Provides active listening and problem solving with consumer.
Monitor consumer’s behavior, level of cooperation, and ability to remain safe while in EPS.
Observe and record consumer’s use of medication as prescribed.
Perform medical clearances as needed.
Make customer service a priority with internal and external customers.
Assist with consumers in other EPS units as needed.
Attend scheduled nursing and MHC staff meetings.
Arrange disposition to home, hospital, or other diversion services as necessary.
Maintain and facilitate communication regarding consumer’s care with all relevant staff.
Screen for substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
Screen for danger to self or others.
With the Consumer served, formulate mutually agreed-upon, measurable treatment goals and objectives.
Provides general guidance and health education to consumers.
Demonstrates professional demeanor in all settings and situations.
Seeks to improve efficiencies and care, suggesting innovative ways to provide for Consumer’s needs.
Proficient in using the electronic health record.
Cross-train in other EPS areas.
Maintain safe and therapeutic environment free of sharps and other potentially harmful objects.
Complete medication audits as outlined by the agency.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Valid Tennessee RN or LPN License
REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Tennessee Driver’s License
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
Acceptable Criminal Background Investigation
ABOUT YOU:
Customer Service/Engagement
Ability to work with other departments
Timely engagement
Good listener
Understanding and empathetic
Respectful of internal and external customers
Clinical Skills
Hand hygiene.
Critical thinking
CLIA - Waived testing
Vital signs
Nursing assessment
Provides medication administration and education.
Communication
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Communicates relevant Consumers updates to team in a timely manner
Ability to communicate with different levels of Consumers and coworkers
Professionalism
Leadership skills
Remains calm in crisis situations
Proactive in efforts to meet agency goals
Health promotion and education
Time Management/Organization
Plan PTO in advance
Flexibility to adapt to different clinical settings when needed
Remain flexible and positive to changing needs
Meet deadlines
Flexible
Prioritize well
Progress notes entered in timely manner
Prepared for meetings
Safety
Therapeutic options de-escalation techniques
Universal Precautions
Injection administration
Narcan administration and education
Hazardous medication disposal
Sharps disposal
Reporting to this Position:
None
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
BENEFITS: Mental Health Cooperative offers a full comprehensive benefit plan for you to participate in. The following products are available:
Medical Insurance/Prescription Drug Coverage
Health Savings Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Supplemental Life Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
403b - Retirement Plan
Calm App for medication and mental health
Gym membership discounts
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off
Mental Health Cooperative embraces inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Mental Health Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Mental Health Cooperative is a story of hope, where science and a belief in human potential come together to form a very special place. We are passionate about supporting adults with serious mental illnesses and children struggling with emotional/behavioral challenges using unique and innovative approaches.
Our Mission
MHC exists to engage, enlighten, and empower individuals and families with behavioral health issues to live healthier lives. By providing integrated care for the whole person, everyone can experience hope and live a full life in the community.
Offices: 275 Cumberland Bend, Nashville, TN 37228, US · 1309 Bell Road, Suite 201, Antioch, Tennessee 37013, US · 871 Professional Park Drive, Clarksville, Tennessee 37040, US · 2544 Dalton Pike SE, Cleveland, Tennessee 37323, US · 100 Berrywood Drive, Columbia, Tennessee 38401, US
Mental Health CarePhysical Health CareNon ProfitSerious Mental IllnessChildrenAdolescentsAdultsCase ManagementTherapyand Psychiatry
Mental Health Cooperative is a story of hope, where science and a belief in human potential come together to form a very special place. We are passionate about supporting adults with serious mental illnesses and children struggling with emotional/behavioral challenges using unique and innovative approaches.
Our Mission
MHC exists to engage, enlighten, and empower individuals and families with behavioral health issues to live healthier lives. By providing integrated care for the whole person, everyone can experience hope and live a full life in the community.
Offices: 275 Cumberland Bend, Nashville, TN 37228, US · 1309 Bell Road, Suite 201, Antioch, Tennessee 37013, US · 871 Professional Park Drive, Clarksville, Tennessee 37040, US · 2544 Dalton Pike SE, Cleveland, Tennessee 37323, US · 100 Berrywood Drive, Columbia, Tennessee 38401, US
Mental Health CarePhysical Health CareNon ProfitSerious Mental IllnessChildrenAdolescentsAdultsCase ManagementTherapyand Psychiatry