Registered Nurse

About the role

Implements nursing care in accordance with program procedures established by the Director of Business Operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer drugs, medications, treatments, vaccinations, and tests as allowed by law.
• Implement provider orders and authenticate them in writing within a reasonable time, ensuring they are included in the patient record.
• Provide weekly 1:1 meetings with up to 40 clients if requested, with appropriate documentation.
• Communicate with physicians, Nurse Practitioners, nurses, and pharmacists.
• Complete other tasks within the scope of registered nurses and the program services and procedures.
• Oversee all aspects of the patient admission process, including:
  • Prescreening new patients for appropriateness for admission, including TB screening.
  • Obtaining physical assessment data and health history.
• Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by the Director of Business Operations.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary and appropriate medical appointments, including transportation to and from appointments.
• Record patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely, following nursing standards and organizational policy and procedure.
• Train all Recovery Advocate staff on self‑administration of medication.
• Actively and compassionately interact with patients to encourage engagement in treatment.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment, applying principles of medical asepsis, infection control techniques, and universal precautions.
• Provide patient education on health care as assigned or appropriate.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Follow all policies and procedures regarding patient information protection, including alcohol/drug patient confidentiality (42 CFR) and HIPAA (45 CFR).
• Attend training on chemical dependency and mental illness as required by the employer.
• Maintain and demonstrate a current working knowledge of applicable clinical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and state and federal guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental, accidental, life, 401K
• Free meal during shift
• Free quarterly massages
• Free weekly acupuncture

Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license
• Experience with clients who are dually diagnosed
• Experience working with diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
• Valid driver’s license
• Certified in CPR and First Aid