Agency Nurse

The Salvation Army Southern California • Honolulu, HI

2d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Detox Clinical Supervisor, the Agency Nurse
oversees the nursing and medical needs of ATS clients. Responsible for quality
of care, staff supervision and training, and compliance with agency policies and
procedures, state licensing regulations and CARF accreditation standards.
Communicates with referral sources and other outside agencies regarding health
and medical needs of ATS clients. Coordinates medical services provided for ATS
clients. Provides ATS clients and staff with education sessions regarding
health, and medical issues. Serves as a member of the Safety Committee and ad
hoc member of Clinical Team.

Requirements

• Possess current R.N. license.
• Must have knowledge and experience regarding client care issues related to substance use including, withdrawal, denial, knowledge of community referral resources and basics of psychiatric and medical nursing.
• Need effective communication and organization skills.
• Must have valid driver’s license in addition to current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Nice To Haves

• State certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) and/or national nursing specific substance abuse certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the nursing and medical needs of ATS clients.
• Responsible for quality of care, staff supervision and training
• Compliance with agency policies and procedures, state licensing regulations and CARF accreditation standards.
• Communicates with referral sources and other outside agencies regarding health and medical needs of ATS clients.
• Coordinates medical services provided for ATS clients.
• Provides ATS clients and staff with education sessions regarding health, and medical issues.
• Serves as a member of the Safety Committee and ad hoc member of Clinical Team.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees