Per Diem RN / LPN

About the role

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency dedicated to treating and preventing substance use disorders and mental illness. We prioritize a work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling options, generous leave policies, and continuous education opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Comply with federal regulations and best nursing practices.
• Document patient information and understand medication uses, side effects, and interactions.
• Engage in verbal de-escalation and provide appropriate behavioral interventions.
• Monitor vital signs, conduct controlled substance counts, and administer routine PRN medications.
• Conduct suicide risk assessments and communicate with practitioners.
• Provide psycho-educational groups and complete admission and discharge assessments.
• Coordinate with nutritionists and dietary departments for patient nutritional needs.
• Report environmental/safety concerns and complete chart audits.
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries and enforce rules respectfully.
• Participate in mandatory meetings and trainings.

Requirements

• TB Screening
• CPR Certification
• Certification in the HPAO approved de-escalation program
• Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part 2 and 45 CFR Parts 160 & 164 HIPAA)
• Therapeutic Boundaries Training
• Ability to care for diverse populations
• Incident Reporting Training
• All Hazards Training
• Infection Control Training
• Substance Use Disorder Training (including Nicotine Addiction)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Computer Skills
• Ability to solve problems in a timely and therapeutic manner
• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders, Dually Diagnosed (Substance/Mental Health Disorders), Psychiatric Diagnosis and Medical Co-morbidities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional school of Nursing
• Maintain current license status and be in good standing with the Board of Nursing
• Certified Addiction Registered Nurse and/or Psychiatric Registered Nurse certification preferred