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Sweetser Nurse Care Manager - Behavioral Health Home in Lewiston 04240, Maine

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.

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.

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