Staff Nurse - Cleveland- Part time

About the role

OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in scheduled in-service training, educational classes and meetings to maintain current certification and as managed by regulatory agencies and company policies/procedures.
• Follows nurse procedures and policies to ensure that services rendered meet OhioGuidestone quality standards, and mentors staff through the critical thinking process.
• Updates and maintains medical records.
• Performs diagnostic tests as directed and/or needed.
• Establishes and maintains an open line of communication with all Therapists and Medical Providers.
• Documents client records, labs, medical records, and OARRS within Agency designated standards.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Attends all required staff meetings, Agency trainings, and supervision meetings.
• Completes daily rounds.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Completes nursing assessments for clients.
• Affords referrals for clients to see health care professionals.
• Rotates shift or site as need based on staffing needs.
• Provides ongoing education on mental health diagnosis and medications.
• Completes prior authorizations for medication and return phone calls to clients/families prior to end of shift.
• Coordinates the medical portion of client care while receiving services at OhioGuidestone.
• Orders, prepares, and administers medication to clients.
• Stocks first-aid supplies as needed.
• May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department specific projects or seasonal program changes.
• Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Valid State of Ohio Nursing License required. LPN or RN.
• Demonstrated experience in the Behavioral Health lifespan, preferred.
• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license, safe driving record and proof of insurance required.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screen.