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BrightSpring Health Services

Home-based health services and pharmacy solutions

Behavioral Health Nurse - Registered Nurse, Home Health

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChattanooga, TN, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A registered nurse must hold a master's degree with a specialty in psychiatric or mental health nursing, be licensed in the state where practicing and residing, and have nursing experience in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric hospital, psychiatric home care, psychiatric partial hospitalization program, or other outpatient psychiatric services; the experience is recommended to be within the last three years.
  • A registered nurse with a bachelor's degree in nursing must be licensed in the state where practicing and residing and have one year of recent nursing experience in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric hospital, psychiatric home care, psychiatric partial hospitalization program, or other outpatient psychiatric services; the experience is recommended to be within the last three years.
  • A registered nurse with a diploma or associate degree in nursing must be licensed in the state where practicing and residing and have two years of recent nursing experience in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric hospital, psychiatric home care, psychiatric partial hospitalization program, or other outpatient psychiatric services; the experience is recommended to be within the last three years.
  • Current CPR certification is required.
  • Basic clinical skills are required.
  • The candidate must have general computer knowledge and the ability to learn industry-specific software applications.
  • The candidate must have oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • The candidate must have organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail.
  • The candidate must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
  • The candidate must be able to develop critical-thinking skills, research situations, solve complex problems, and handle a variety of issues.
  • The candidate must be able to learn and complete educational goals during orientation.

Responsibilities

  • Make an initial assessment visit using observation and assessment skills, and assist in developing the patient’s plan of care in coordination with the patient’s physician or allowed practitioner and Clinical Manager.
  • Manage medical illness according to the plan of care and perform psychobiological interventions.
  • Conduct comprehensive medication reviews and ensure patients and caregivers receive information about the medication regimen, including frequency, duration, use, side effects, indications, and contraindications.
  • Educate patients and their families about medication administration, actions, and side effects.
  • Provide written materials for patients and their families.
  • Evaluate, teach, and review medications and compliance; administer intramuscular or intravenous medication.
  • Manage situational or other crises, assess potential self-harm or harm to others, and refer to treating physicians as necessary.
  • Teach and train patients, families, or caregivers to manage treatment regimens; teach self-care, mental and physical well-being, independence, and patient rights.
  • Promote and encourage patients and caregivers to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
  • Provide supportive counseling psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic interventions within the scope of education and licensure.
  • Provide psychoeducation, including teaching and training about disease processes, symptoms, safety management, coping skills, and problem solving.
  • Provide ongoing evaluation and management of the patient’s care plan.
  • Provide counseling services or coordinate with a social worker to ensure counseling services are provided.
  • Document evaluation, psychotherapy, and teaching activities in accordance with coverage guidelines to show that patients with diagnosed psychiatric disorders require active treatment by a psychiatrically trained nurse.
  • Provide general nursing interventions as ordered by the physician, including phlebotomy, wound care, infusion, ostomy care, catheter care, and other skilled interventions.
  • Provide case management to enhance patient outcomes, including communication with other disciplines to coordinate care.
  • Monitor the patient’s condition and report changes to the Clinical Manager and the patient’s physician or allowed practitioner when indicated.
  • Obtain, document, and execute orders from the patient’s physician or allowed practitioner.
  • Ensure compliance with state, local, and payer requirements; ensure documentation reflects care provided and meets company, regulatory, and payer standards; and complete documentation within the required timeframe.
  • Participate in after-hours coverage, including weekends and holidays, when necessary to meet patient needs and when requested.
  • Supervise care provided by licensed practical nurses and home health aides when indicated.
  • Maintain universal precautions and infection-control standards to prevent transmission of infections and communicable diseases.
  • Disinfect, sanitize, and transport equipment and supplies used for patient care, and use proper medical-waste disposal techniques.
  • Report incidents according to agency policy and regulatory standards.
  • Provide professional guidance to referral sources and internal operational staff to support patient and referral-source satisfaction.
  • Assist with staff development and provide one-on-one clinical training to field registered nurses and licensed practical nurses during home visits.
  • Collaborate with the Clinical Manager, Branch Director, or Administrator to ensure ongoing staff competencies.
  • Meet with and educate referral sources about agency services by providing in-services when requested.
  • Sustain and grow established accounts and identify and develop new referral sources through prospecting, lead generation, and sales calls within an assigned territory when requested.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings, patient-care conferences, in-services, and other meetings as requested.
  • Participate in the agency’s quality assurance and performance improvement program by communicating identified problem areas and recommendations, attending periodic meetings, and participating in performance-improvement projects as requested.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient-related information and honor patient rights.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and within scope of practice.

Desired Qualifications

  • A minimum of two years of home health experience is preferred.

About the Company

BrightSpring Health Services

Home-based health services and pharmacy solutions

BrightSpring Health Services delivers home and community-based health services for people with complex or chronic needs, organized into two segments: Pharmacy and Provider. The Pharmacy segment provides specialty, infusion, and community pharmacy services to patients with complex conditions. The Provider segment offers behavioral health, home health, hospice care, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The company runs an integrated care model through a network of pharmacies and providers to support a continuum of care that includes clinical services, care coordination, and in-home support. Revenue comes from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, reflecting reimbursement across public and private payers. The goal is to coordinate pharmacy and in-home health services to improve access, continuity, and outcomes for patients and to serve managed care organizations with a complete care solution.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Lyndon, KY
Founded
1974

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