Respite Nurse Manager, Florence

CSO is looking for a Nurse Manager to work in our Respite program in Florence.

This position involves direct service with Respite clients, and includes treatment planning, case management and clinical contacts. Additionally, it involves oversight of group programming and includes other management responsibilities. This is a fully benefited position. The Nurse Manager will provide medication monitoring and treatment for clients and will work closely with staff while providing consultation to other nurses and clinicians on site.

As a Respite Nurse Manager:

You Will:

  • Review medications upon admission, confirm prescriptions and dosages, set-up medication charting, administer, document and monitor medications of clients staying in Respite per ES Program policy
  • Complete health assessments of clients in Respite, and report findings to Clinical Nurse or Psychiatrist, as appropriate
  • Monitor clients' physical status as needed, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood sugar for signs of medication side effects. Report abnormal findings to prescribing clinician on duty
  • Provide training to nurses and relief nurses as necessary
  • Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of new or revised policies and procedures aimed at addressing existing or emerging needs
  • 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

Your Background:

  • Must be licensed in Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse
  • Minimum of five years' experience treating adults with serious mental illness and some experience treating adolescents and children
  • Previous supervisory experience required
  • Experience with residential or inpatient care (preferred)
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We also 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

What We Offer:

Competitive salaries, 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 and 2024. 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, Mindfulness Skills and more.

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