Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides direct nursing care to clients in a community-based and/or office-based setting, develops treatment plans with clients, provides health education, collaborates with primary care providers, treatment team, and community providers. Assists with participants’ access to medical care, housing, and other ancillary social support services. Able to perform Charge Nurse Duties as needed based on program. General knowledge of mental health and addictions nursing and psychotropic medications.  A variety of clinical training opportunities are available based on program and interest.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct nursing assessments for assigned clients. 
• Arrange required lab work at specified laboratory and maintain record of results in client medical record. 
• Provide clients and families assistance with medication pre-authorization as required and facilitate participation in sample programs and patient assistance programs as needed.
• Manage requests for refills. 
• Attend team meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team. 
• Evaluates clients nursing needs and develops and maintains individual treatment plans.
• Evaluate and document the efficacy, side effects, and complications of medications. Report findings to psychiatrist.
• Provide direct medical services and psychoeducation to clients and families on weekly basis in the community and/or office.
• Connect patients with needed resources and referrals as appropriate.
• Network with community physicians, inpatient facilities, and other community partner agencies for further assessment and treatment to ensure continuity of care. 
• Provide client with medication and health and wellness education.
• As necessary, consult with Director of Nursing to maintain medication policies and procedures including transcribing, administering, evaluating, and recording psychotropic medications prescribed by the psychiatrist.
• Maintain medical areas and records according to corporate, State of Florida, and JCAHO standards. 
• Enters written documentation into Electronic Medical Record in a timely manner for all services rendered.
• Completes all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance.
• Maintains departmental productivity expectations.
• Arrange required lab work at specified laboratory and maintain record of results in client medical record. 
• Provide clients and families assistance with medication pre-authorization as required and facilitate participation in sample programs and patient assistance programs as needed.
• Manage requests for refills. 
• Attend team meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team. 
• Evaluates clients nursing needs and develops and maintains individual treatment plans.
• Evaluate and document the efficacy, side effects, and complications of medications. Report findings to psychiatrist.
• Provide direct medical services and psychoeducation to clients and families on weekly basis in the community and/or office.
• Network with community physicians, inpatient facilities, and other community partner agencies for further assessment and treatment to ensure continuity of care. 
• Provide client with medication and health and wellness education.
• Maintain medical areas and records according to corporate, State of Florida, and JCAHO standards. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Competency with electronic medical records, computer systems, and documentation. Accountable and self-directed with daily job duties.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills in order to collaborate with team members and maintain professionalism.
• Accountable and self-directed with daily job duties.  
• Leadership skills a plus

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in nursing required.

Years of Experience

N/A

Certification/Licensure

Current Florida licensure as a registered professional nurse. Must have a valid FL driver’s license.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$32.50--$48.76

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.