RN PRN Addictions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Transcribes medical provider orders and obtains requested medical information pertaining to clients.
• Completes medication administration ensuring accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery, educating clients in management of side effects, and assist preauthorization of prescriptions/medications from pharmacy.
• Maintains accurate & timely documentation, according to established standards for nursing practice.
• Manages a caseload of clients receiving only medication services, when required.
• Maintains treatment planning and case reviews to determine medical treatment, including after-care plans for clients completing treatment.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, treatment planning sessions, case conferences, supervisory meetings, and clinical seminars, providing information relating to medical care of the client.
• Congducts case consultations with other agencies regarding programs and services offered, when requested.
• Ensures adequate laboratory supplies, medical equipment, and medications are available to meet service demands and replenishes stock on a timely basis.
• Administers pregnancy tests and drug screens on clients and documents results as needed.
• Monitors medical equipment and sing per CLIA standards.
• Conducts emergency evaluations of high-risk clients to determine level of treatment indicated and arranges for hospitalization, as needed.
• Provides supervision, as requested, to LPN, MA, and CNA team members.
• Manages the medical clinics to maximize efficiency and create a positive experience for clients.

EDUCATION

• Kentucky Registered Nursing license.
• Graduate of an ADN, BSN, MSN program.

EXPERIENCE

• One year of Registered Nurse experience for all inpatient programs.
• Graduation of an Accredited program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

• Position has some unusual physical demands, including occasional exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients and their families.
• Routine but limited exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
• Reliable transportation for frequent travel between work sites.