Registered Nurse

About the role

The Registered Nurse supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. This position provides care at the Washburn House addiction treatment center in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Met with new clients and assist in completing the medical and health assessment/questionnaire
• Coordinates with attending physicians to ensure all admission orders are addressed and appropriate ancillary assessments and services are provided
• Completes client treatment plan documentation including nursing assessments, transcription of MD and NP phone orders, medication administration, client progress, inclusion of physical health services and other related issues
• Directs patient care and reports observed changes in mental status and/or physical condition, response to emergencies and safety risks
• Provides ongoing patient education on all aspects of detox, recovery, medications and other health issues
• Reconciles QA client medication sheets to ensure clients are receiving appropriate meds and oversees proper medication destruction
• Reconciles pharmacy orders daily
• Aids in the development and implementation of quality assurance program and trains staff for infection control, nursing, pharmaceutical, ancillary and laboratory services
• Attends treatment planning conferences and professional staff meetings
• Available for 24-hour coverage for consultation and emergencies

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience
• Valid Registered Nurse license issued by state of employment
• Nursing degree from an accredited RN program, Associates in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent customer care skills
• Excellent communication skills
• At least 2 years' experience in substance abuse/recovery program preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification is required for this position. If not CPR/First Aid certified at time of hire, certification must be obtained within the state mandated time frame after first day of employment

Pay

$45/hour- $48/hour (2nd shift weekend shift differential available)

Schedule

7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm shifts available (must have weekend availability)

Benefits

Enjoy a range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and so much more!