Job Description:

Job Title: Charge Nurse
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Department: Behavioral Crisis Center
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals experiencing behavioral health crises? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at the Behavioral Crisis Center as a Charge Nurse!

As a Charge Nurse, you'll perform all appropriate nursing assessments, evaluate client/patient's physical condition, complete required screenings, monitor health status, work with the treatment team to coordinate care, oversee infectious disease control and client/patient hygiene, provide health education, arrange medical appointments, administer and oversee medication administration, and complete all required documentation. Our ideal candidate has a thorough knowledge of nursing principles, theories, and practices in mental health and/or substance abuse services, strong communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to maintain calm and professionalism in crisis situations.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay  Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travelTop-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Key Responsibilities:

Perform all appropriate nursing assessments per service line requirements, utilizing a high level of clinical competenceEvaluate the client/patient's physical condition and the need for servicesComplete required screenings, record the client/patient's initial medical histories and vital signs; coordinate any required action planning based on resultsMonitor the health status of the client/patient during services providedWork with the treatment team to coordinate care based on client/patient needsCreate action plans for client/patient based on physical and mental health in regards to treatment needsOversee infectious disease control, client/patient hygiene, and related client & facility health issues, under the supervision of nursing leadershipProvide disease prevention, risk reduction and other health education as neededArrange medical appointments for client/patients dealing with medical conditions that occur during treatment and manage medical emergencies, such as accidental injuries and/or drug reactionsConsult with a physician/advanced practice provider as necessary or advocate for medical services through managed care organizationsArrange or monitor special dietary needs for medical conditionsReview medication requirements with clients/patients, educating the client and guardian (if necessary) about the benefits of taking prescribed medications as prescribedAdminister and oversee administration of medications via various methods according to service line requirements; Monitor medication compliance in regard to State Regulatory standardsConsult with the physician/advanced practice provider or pharmacy to confirm medications prescribedOversee therapeutic injection of medication (subcutaneous or intramuscular)Monitor lab levels including consultation with physicians/advanced practice providers, clients, and clinical staffCoordinate medication needs with pharmacies, clients/patients, and families, including the use of indigent drug programsMonitor medication side-effects including the use of standardized evaluationsMonitor physician orders for treatment modifications requiring client/patient educationAssists Physician/Advanced Practice Provider with client/patient examsSets up and draws any necessary labs and performs any special procedures as requested by the Physician/Advanced Practice ProviderComplete all required documentation in a timely manner as indicated in company policies and proceduresDemonstrate interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the companyOther duties as assigned by program leadership

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Current Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practiceMust be willing to become licensed in additional states, other than the state currently licensed inMust be willing and comfortable with providing telehealth services to the individuals we serve

Required License/Certification (one of the following):
• BCLS certification required, ACLS certification preferred

Additional Qualifications:

Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectivelyDemonstrate the ability to operate a computer and various software applicationsDemonstrates good judgment and discernment in dealing with peopleAbility to work with information in a confidential mannerDemonstrated strong time management skills demonstrating the ability to complete all required paperwork in a timely manner as well as manage multiple tasksDemonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective communications and working relationships with other associates, clients, family members, outside entities and the general publicDemonstrated ability to maintain a positive attitude in the work environmentFlexible, versatile and comfortable in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiencyUnderstands how to work with people of various socio-economic status with dignityDemonstrate ability to work with individuals experiencing behavioral health crises, ability to maintain calm and professionalism in crisis situationsThorough knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of nursing to mental health services and/or substance abuseKnowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the employee is assignedDetailed knowledge of information and techniques needed to rehabilitate physical and mental ailments and provide alternative treatmentsAptitudes to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned program responsibilitiesEffectively apply techniques of a complex nature to make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality SolutionsAbility to read & interpret documents such as lab results, notes & documents within an electronic health record, safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsAbility to write routine reports & correspondence clearly & effectively via multiple methods, in various platforms. Communicates effectively & therapeutically to clients, family members, employees, & other contacts within the community in-person, via telephone, and via video conferencing

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.  

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.