RN/LPN

Careers at Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison Counties

Working at Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison Counties means being part of an organization that values service, integrity, and compassion. Our nonprofit mission allows us to focus on care and community impact rather than revenue.

Key reasons to work with us include:

• A strong commitment to community mental health
• A respectful and supportive work culture
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful, life-changing work

Team members are supported through a culture that encourages collaboration, respect, and professional responsibility. We believe that a healthy workplace is essential to delivering effective mental health care, and we strive to create an environment where staff feel valued and supported.

Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison Counties offers a variety of employment opportunities across multiple areas of the organization. Positions are available for professionals at different stages of their careers, from entry-level roles to experienced clinicians and administrators.

Position: RN/LPN (#IND123)

Location: Springfield, OH

Job Id: 993

# of Openings: 1

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

*Busy Outpatient Clinic with additional support in Primary Care as needed*

The nurse for outpatient is responsible for the delivery of nursing care to adults, youth and adolescents with severe and persistent mental illnesses in the community based service area. The nurse functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team and acts as the primary designee in providing individualized nursing care to clients with severe and persistent mental illness and their families.The nurse also acts as liaison with other MHS service areas and other community health care providers in the continuing care of SMD and Residential patients. Nurses in Outpatient may be RN or LPN and duties are based on their scope of care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses the biological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual aspects of the SMD patient and his/her family system as appropriate (RN).
• Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data, recognizing major and minor defining characteristics and identifying the nursing care needs based on patterns recognized by NANDA (North American Nursing Diagnosis Association).
• Maintains accurate, objective and timely documentation in the patients chart in accordance with MHS policies and procedures.
• Assists the physician during medication clinic performing an abbreviated nursing assessment, including vital signs, and documents findings inpatient record.
• Screens for pain and encourages patient to follow up with a health care provider of their choice.
• Administers and monitors the use of prescribed medication in accordance with the service area policies and procedures, including but not limited to administration of medication, medication education, monitoring lab values, assisting/supervision of patients with self-administration of medication, coordinates central pharmacy orders.
• Monitors patient medication and assesses for side effects, completing documentation as needed.
• Responsible for updating medication orders in the computer program to provide for continuity of care.
• Provides appropriate teaching and learning interventions for patients, families and significant others where severe mental illness exists.
• Possesses current knowledge of psychiatric nursing for SMD and Residential patients and independently seeks to expand their knowledge based on identified learning needs.
• Provides nursing services to Residential families (Bridge House, Community Homes, and the Apartment program) to include assisting residents with filling weekly medication boxes for current and new residents; updating emergency information on all residents; provides health education groups in the homes; functions as liaison with primary care physicians, psychiatrist, case managers and other health care providers.
• Provides education classes for Residential Medication Assistants and Home Operators and conducts in-service trainings as required.
• Works with extended care facilities, Springfield Regional Hospital to coordinate psychiatric care in conjunction with case management services and psychiatrists.
• Adheres to all MHS program-wide, MHS nursing service and BHR service area policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with patients, families and significant others throughout the treatment process focusing on strengths and enhancing skills necessary for promoting wellness.
• Works in conjunction with Clark County Jail psychiatrist to provide medication continuity for patients who are incarcerated.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associates degree in nursing (Bachelors preferred)

Licensure/Certifications

• Valid Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) License -OR-
• Valid Ohio License Practical Nurse (LPN)
• NVCI
• BLS Required

MHS provides CPR (BLS)/First Aid and NVCI (CPI Blue Card) for all new staff, along with on-going education and on-the-job training opportunities .

All MHS candidates are required to have an Ohio BCI check (FBI check required if you have lived in Ohio for less than 5 years, or for working with children), 5-panel drug screen and Residential candidates must have a 2-step TB (or proof of prior TB) upon conditional offer of employment.

Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison Counties is committed to supporting the professional growth and well-being of our employees. We recognize that ongoing learning and development are essential in the mental health field.

MHS Offers the following benefits for full-time (35 or more hours per week) staff:

• Medical (Anthem HSA with HRA)
• HSA, Including Employer Contribution with Biometric/Wellness Exam Verification
• Vision (EyeMed)
• Flex Spending (Limited, Medical and Childcare through Flores)
• Safe Harbor 403(b) with Employer Match (Lincoln Financial)
• PTO, Personal Time & Paid Holidays
• Extended EAP Services for employees and their families
• Life (Basic & Voluntary), Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, AD&D (Including Spousal and Dependent Benefits) (One America)
• Hospital Indemnity/Critical Illness/Accident (Including Spousal and Dependent Benefits) (The Standard)
• CPR/BLS/First Aid/NVCI completed on site for staff
• Education and Training Opportunities
• Differentials for Acute Care Unit and Residential Aides

Our organization encourages staff to grow in their roles and supports career development aligned with individual goals and organizational needs.

PT Employees are offered the following benefits:

• PTO/Personal Time
• Safe Harbor 403(b) with Employer Match (Lincoln Financial)
• Differentials for Acute Care Unit and Residential Aides

All candidates for MHS are required to complete a BCI and/or FBI background check, drug screen, physical (as required) and 2-Step TB test upon offer of employment.

Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison Counties is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, citizenship status, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Make A Difference Through Meaningful Work

If you are passionate about mental health care and community service, Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison Counties welcomes your interest. Joining our team means contributing to an organization dedicated to improving access to care and supporting individuals and families across the community.
We value professionals who are committed to ethical practice, compassionate service, and ongoing learning.

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