Registered Nurse (RN)

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 Gallatin, 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 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
• 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.