Admissions Nurse Days/Evenings

American Addiction Centers•North Kingstown, RI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

AdCare Rhode Island is a 59-bed inpatient alcohol and drug treatment center focused on providing transformational recovery experiences to individuals struggling with substance dependence. The Admissions Nurse is a member of the treatment team who provides professional nursing care to patients under minimum supervision and consultation. The role requires a thorough understanding of the facility’s treatment program and philosophy, admission process and criteria, support and administrative services, and medical aspects of substance abuse and dual-diagnosis patient care. It also directs and guides unit activities and assignments of ancillary personnel assigned to the unit and shift. The nurse completes admission screenings and intake, reviews referrals, coordinates client placement, triages clients for the appropriate level of care, and collaborates with providers and nurses on treatment plans. The position also supports safe, compassionate, high-quality care through patient education, documentation, communication, staff coordination, and participation in quality improvement and staff training. The facility is located on a 22-acre campus in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.

Requirements

RN license required.
CPR certification required.
Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor Degree in Nursing required.
Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand directions in English.
Accuracy in taking manual vital signs.
Strong interpersonal skills for gathering information, building relationships, intervening in difficult situations, and providing customer service.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and multitask.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of addiction and chemical dependency.
Ability to use defibrillation equipment.
Excellent nursing skills.
Prolonged sitting at a desk.
Ability to lift 15 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in detox, addiction, and mental health environments is preferred.
Background in utilization review is helpful.

Responsibilities

Complete the nursing admissions process, including explaining services and related costs and conducting telephone or in-person intake screenings.
Deliver high-quality customer service, care, and productivity for internal and external clients.
Review admission referrals and coordinate with navigators to ensure proper placement.
Triage incoming clients for the intended level of care.
Consult appropriate team members regarding non-life-threatening medical and medication concerns; contact emergency services for life-threatening emergencies.
Identify client care requirements through rapport with clients and collaboration with others who understand those requirements.
Provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to clients and families.
Establish client care goals and teach clients about their condition, medications, and self-care requirements; answer questions.
Maintain quality of care in accordance with therapeutic standards, client goals, nursing standards, and applicable regulations.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment and request support personnel as needed.
Follow infection-control, medication administration and storage, and controlled-substance policies and procedures.
Document patient care in client and department records and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity of care.
Protect client confidentiality.
Monitor nursing supply inventory and place orders as needed.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops and professional publications.
Communicate with the health care team, respond to requests, build rapport, and participate in team problem-solving.
Follow incident-reporting procedures and promptly report potential safety issues.
Delegate, organize, and coordinate assigned services and responsibilities as appropriate.
Serve as a role model for nursing staff and communicate relevant staff-performance information to the Director of Nursing.
Prioritize communication across departments and provide collaborative intervention as needed.
Use judgment and discretion when strict policy adherence could pose a risk to a patient, visitor, staff member, or the facility.
Participate in Performance Improvement data collection, analysis, reporting, and staff education.
Assist with essential training for new staff.
Coordinate with providers and nurses regarding individual treatment plans.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.