CSO is looking for Relief Nurses for our Medical Respite Program in Northampton.

This program is a 10-bed Medical Respite, located centrally to the CSO service area in Northampton, MA. Medical Respite team members will support guests in healing and ultimately transitioning to appropriate housing.

The ideal nurse candidate for this role is someone who has experience with complex medical needs, managing emergency situations, and who is flexible and confident.

As a Relief Medical Respite Nurse:

You Will:

• Use a Harm Reduction approach to medical, behavioral health, and social concerns to best meet clients' stated needs.
• Use patient-centered strategies and shared clinical decision making to best support our guests' medical needs.
• Be knowledgeable about drug use, addiction, and multiple pathways to recovery.
• Complete health assessments of clients as appropriate and document in CSO's Electronic Health Record. This includes vital signs, physical assessment, and other relevant point of care data such as blood glucose levels.
• Support Medical Respite team by screening patient referrals from the hospital for appropriateness based on their medical needs.
• Review discharge paperwork and documentation of visits with PCP and specialists. Capture problems list, labs, plans and document in the EHR.
• Provide health education to clients
• Monitor the health and safety of clients when needed, including documentation, and provide closer observation as needed.
• Provide supportive counseling and safety strategies to mitigate risks for clients.
• Act as a resource and knowledge base for the rest of the care team.

Your Background:

• Must be Licensed in MA as a Registered Nurse
• Experience with complex medical needs. Strong medical-surgical or ER experience is preferred.
• Experience treating individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We can accommodate flexible scheduling needs, including partial shifts.

We seek applicants who embody CSO's values by being:

• Positive -- maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions.
• Respectful -- collaborating and effectively communicating.
• Insightful -- demonstrating self-awareness and effectively priority setting.
• Conscientious -- taking accountability and applying feedback.
• Independent - taking initiative on issues and being solutions focused.

What We Offer:

Competitive salaries, top-rated, full health and dental coverage, free CEUs for in-house training, ample paid time off, a 403B 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.

Our Agency:

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!

CSO was voted a "Healthcare Industry Top Workplace" in 2023, 2024 and 2025. We are the fastest-growing Behavioral Health agency in Western Massachusetts. CSO has consistently received high marks on their internal employee satisfaction survey, noting that over 90% of CSO staff would recommend CSO as a great place to work. We encourage you to check us out!

CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Mindfulness Skills and more.

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