CBHC ESP Nurse, Greenfield

CSO is looking for Nurses to work in our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Clinic) Emergency Services Program (ESP) in Greenfield.

Starting Salary: $51,000-$70,000/year

• Perform medical screening of CBHC/Respite client admissions
• Coordinate medication and healthcare clearances prior to admission when possible, by taking information from hospital/community healthcare providers
• Review medications upon program admission, confirm prescriptions and dosages, set up medication charting, administer, document, and monitor medications of clients per program policy
• Package medications for clients to self‑administer when Nurse is not on duty
• Complete health assessments of clients
• Monitor clients' physical status as needed, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood sugar for signs of medication side effects
• Comply with DPH regulations for storage of medications (in locked drawer)
• Provide health education for clients as part of treatment team when appropriate
• Monitor Respite clients, including hourly bed checks and documentation, and provide closer observation as needed
• Provide supportive counseling and safety for clients utilizing the program
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including self‑care, cooking, recreation, and medication responsibilities
• Arrange for clients to participate in designated community programs or return to their jobs. Schedule aftercare follow‑up appointments for medication monitoring and/or review
• Function as an active member of the Program Treatment Team, on a day‑to‑day basis, in the therapeutic setting including
• Share observations, interactions, and knowledge to develop 24‑hour care plans, maintaining knowledge of client's treatment plan
• Communicate regularly with family members, significant others, and involved providers in an effort to coordinate care
• Answer and direct crisis telephone calls according to established procedures

• LPN or RN license
• One year of experience working with a psychiatric population (preferred)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

• Positive – maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
• Respectful – collaborating and effectively communicating
• Insightful – demonstrating self‑awareness and effectively prioritizing
• Conscientious – taking accountability and applying feedback

Competitive salaries, full health and dental coverage, free CEUs for in‑house training, ample paid time off, a 403(b) retirement savings plan, employee referral bonuses, group rate supplemental insurances, a premier employee assistance program, personal cell phone plan discounts, and a flexible, supportive work environment fostering collaboration.

EOE/AA