The Registered Nurse performs comprehensive psychiatric and mental health assessments while monitoring patient health status and medication effectiveness. They collaborate with the treatment team to provide patient education, laboratory testing, and clinical documentation in accordance with organizational standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and have graduated from an accredited RN program. A valid Tennessee Registered Nurse license and CPR-BLS certification are required, with at least six months to one year of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
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Job description
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
Job Description
Job Summary: Join our compassionate outpatient behavioral health nursing team in Antioch, Tennessee, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking psychiatric and mental health support. This role offers an excellent work-life balance with a consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and no weekends, holidays, or evening shifts required. We are seeking a collaborative, patient-focused Registered Nurse who is organized, compassionate, adaptable, and passionate about supporting mental wellness within the community. In this role, you will utilize the nursing process to provide comprehensive psychiatric and mental health assessments, medication management, patient education, phone triage, and coordination of care within a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic setting. You will work closely with providers, patients, and fellow healthcare professionals to promote positive treatment outcomes while supporting a welcoming and recovery-focused environment. Compensation is based on post-licensure experience and is expected to range from $32.69 to $36.09 per hour, with additional consideration possible for candidates with extensive relevant experience. Located just outside of Nashville, Antioch offers convenient access to vibrant entertainment, dining, parks, shopping, and cultural attractions while maintaining a strong sense of community. This growing area provides an excellent balance between professional opportunity and personal quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking stability and purpose-driven work. This position offers…
Sign On Bonus! – $2,500
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more Key Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive psychiatric and mental health assessments to support patient treatment planning and continuity of care
Benefits
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Company match
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Long term disability
AD&D insurance
Continuing education opportunities
Vision health coverage
Medical health coverage
403b retirement plan
Dental health coverage
Administer and monitor psychiatric medications while evaluating effectiveness, side effects, compliance, and patient response
Provide patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, wellness strategies, and behavioral health resources
Coordinate care and collaborate with physicians, medical providers, therapists, and external healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes
Conduct phone triage and assist patients with medication-related concerns, prescription assistance programs, and prior authorizations
Monitor patient health status including vital signs, weights, nutritional concerns, and laboratory results while reporting abnormal findings appropriately
Perform CLIA waived laboratory testing, maintain quality control documentation, and support phlebotomy needs as required
Support employee health initiatives including influenza vaccination clinics and staff TB testing
Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Medical Assistants in accordance with the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and applicable regulations
Complete clinical documentation accurately and within organizational standards while maintaining patient confidentiality
Maintain compliance with mandatory trainings, ethical business practices, and organizational policies Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED required
Graduation from an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program required
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee required
CPR-BLS certification required
Minimum of six months to one year of psychiatric, behavioral health, or related mental health nursing experience preferred
Experience in outpatient nursing, medication management, patient triage, psychiatric care, behavioral health, or mental health services preferred Additional Qualifications:
Demonstrate strong communication skills through written, verbal, in-person, and virtual interactions
Maintain the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, clinical staff, and multidisciplinary treatment teams
Possess strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and the ability to function effectively in fast-paced or stressful situations
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical healthcare practices at all times
Exhibit basic computer proficiency and electronic documentation skills
Report to work consistently and complete assigned responsibilities within designated timeframes Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods throughout the workday
Stand and move throughout the clinic as needed
Occasionally squat, kneel, bend, and lift during patient care activities
Occasionally drive for work-related responsibilities or functions
Perform physical tasks associated with outpatient nursing and patient support responsibilities Time Type: Full time Pay Range: $0.00--$0.00 Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy: Medical, dental, and vision health coverage Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 403b retirement plan with company match Paid time off and ten paid holidays AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid) Employee Resource Groups Continuing education opportunities Employee Assistance Program Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve. Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety. Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs. Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities. Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.
