Nurse

Responsibilities

• Educate patients regarding medications used in the treatment setting and their side effects.
• Administer/dispense medications (i.e., Methadone, Suboxone, etc.) in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and DEA best practice guidelines.
• Conduct urine drug screens if needed.
• Conduct assessments for new intakes, quarterly, annual, awol, and possible impairment.
• Ensure the adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction has occurred.
• Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is being followed.
• Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
• Assess patient response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions and determine appropriateness for dosing.
• Respond appropriately to emergency or unforeseen situations and provide appropriate care per license.
• Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
• Document Nursing progress notes on all patients, and maintains medical records including, but not limited to, individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., as required.
• Participate in case conferences, offering professional observations.
• Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
• Make appointments for patients to see physician; obtain lab workups and provide reminders to patients to ensure appointments are kept.
• Conduct Medication call backs for patients receiving take home medication.
• Discuss with physicians and team important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
• Provide referral for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) and follows-up on clients’ attendance and treatment.
• Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from the program; verify medication verbally with nurse of another program.
• Possess the knowledge and understanding of how to recognize and manage an opiate overdose.
• Understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse licensed and maintain their licenses in good standing in the State of Georgia.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for state licensure.
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Experience with triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.
• Maintain continuing education credits as required by the GA. Board of Licensure and organizational needs.
• One (1) year experience or knowledge in the field of drug abuse recommended.
• Must meet minimum Competency Standards as set forth in the Competencies for Nurses.
• Preferred Two (2) years' experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy.

Benefits

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• S Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.