Detox RN - PRN

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes assessments as part of the admission process and throughout the client’s stay
• Executes orders from the medical providers, including medication administration and assessments, documenting all care in the electronic client record (ECR)
• Performs point of care testing, including obtaining urine specimens, and arranges transport to lab as ordered
• Provides individual and family counseling
• Participates in the development and delivery of educational curriculum on medical topics
• Supervises LPNs providing nursing care
• Administers medication as required by protocol
• Responds to crisis calls for assessment and pertinent intervention as needed
• Completes clinical documentation as required
• Ensures client care by providing support to the interdisciplinary team as needed, which includes coordinating care with outside providers and discharge planning
• Abides by all federal and state regulations and accreditation standards in the delivery of nursing care
• Maintains good working relationships with support networks, government resources, and community resources
• Maintains a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for clients
• Completes all agency-required training and continuing education required for license

Requirements

• Valid and current state RN license
• Minimum 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, their indications, common side effects, and common medication interactions
• Knowledge of federal, state, and other applicable standards for clinical practice in assigned area(s)
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance

Qualifications

• Psychiatric or addiction nursing experience preferred

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO and sick time)
• Paid holidays
• Medical/dental/vision
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid continuing education with supervision
• Parental leave
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs

Pay

$36.00 - $43.00 DOE plus $2.00 shift differential for 3rd shift

Schedule

This is a PRN (as-needed) position with flexible shift opportunities, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on facility needs.

Location

4000 E Main St Whitehall, OH 43213