Staff Nurse RN or LPN Full-Time - Lucas County

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.

OhioGuidestone is seeking a compassionate and caring licensed nurse (RN or LPN) to work with our Outpatient Psychiatry team in the Toledo, OH area.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in Mental or Behavioral Health and / or Substance Abuse Medication Assisted Therapy practices.

Patients may range from ages 6 years old to 100+. Experience working with clientele from a variety of backgrounds a strong plus!

Essential Functions :

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.

Meets and sustains the OhioGuidestone designated productivity standard.

Provides ongoing education for Behavioral Health and SUD diagnoses and medicines for employees, as needed.

Carries out orders as received from Medical Providers.

Monitors client vitals and reports to Medical Providers.

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.

Completes nursing assessments for clients.

Assists with 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.

Returns calls for other psychiatry locations as needed.

Attends all required staff meetings, Agency trainings, and supervision meetings.

Meets and sustains the Agency’s designated productivity standards.

Attends cottage team meetings when possible.

Completes daily rounds.

Updates and maintain medication cupboards and notebooks.

Orders, prepares, and administers medication to clients.

Stocks first-aid supplies as needed.

Makes appointments for clients to see health care professionals.

Prepares client medical reports on a quarterly basis.

Meet with provider(s), therapist(s), cottage manager(s), and client(s) as needed.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

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.

Performance Requirements :

Must be able to operate a computer and other position related technologies

Must be able to verbally exchange information in a confidential manner with employees, clients, students, participants, and / or families in various settings

Must be available for crisis management by phone as needed

Must be able to work flexible hours as needed

Must be able to clearly and confidentially communicate with OhioGuidestone employees, clients, students, participants, and other stakeholders

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Must be able to access work locations and, as necessary, homes which may include ascending / descending stairs

Must be able to stoop, stand, walk, bend, and stay upright to perform work

Must be able to visually read written and digital information

Must be able to visually determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned and / or to make general observations of facilities or structures

Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication

Must be able to hear clients, students, or participants, co-workers, and supervisors at normal speaking levels

Must be able to dictate with clients, students, participants, co-workers, and supervisors using all means of communication including but not limited to, in-person, phone, and computer

Must be able to run and / or chase as needed

Must be able to type case files and other paperwork

Must be able to drive to varying work environments including agency offices, and community based locations as needed.

Must be able to lift children and infants of varying weights

When necessary, must be able to restrain clients of various heights with weights varying up to 300 pounds

Must adhere to all Our Promise Values and Guiding Principals

Qualifications :

Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Valid State of Ohio Nursing License required.

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 screening.

Benefits include :

• Free CEU trainings
• Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee + children!
• 10 paid holidays; three are exchangeable
• Flexible work schedules to support work / life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards
30+ days ago