Nurse Care Manager - Behavioral Health Home - Sweetser : Job Details

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees. Start Over with your Job Search Returning Applicant? Login Now Nurse Care Manager - Behavioral Health Home Job Code:12454 Location:Lewiston 04240 Department:Adult Case Mgmt Services FT/PT Status:Full Time Summary: Provide nursing services to adults and consultation with Community Integration Workers in order to promote the integration of patients' medical and psychiatric health care and improve wellness. $5,000 sign-on bonus! Pay starts at $33/hour! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Medication reconciliation. * Provide medication education. * Provide medical diagnosis education to staff and facilitate appropriate communication between medical providers and Community Integration Workers. * Identify medical issues and collaborate with MDs/Psychiatric Medication Management providers/Community Integration Workers. * Monitor medical and general health status of patients. * Accompany patients to medical appointments when appropriate. * Assist in skill development in activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, exercise, general health maintenance. * Consult with family and significant others for support and continuity of services. * Provide supportive counseling, listening, and problem solving assistance. * Continue to consult regarding patients when hospitalized and participate in discharge planning process. EDUCATION: * Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: * Current RN license in the State of Maine. * Maintain a valid state driver's license. EXPERIENCE: * Previous experience working with adults with serious and persistent mental illness preferred. * Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.