Medical Registered Nurse

Isaiah House Inc•Louisville, KY

About The Position

Isaiah House is looking for a dedicated and driven person to take on the role of Registered Nurse. Isaiah House is a faith-based, nonprofit with a competitive edge, delivering one of the most effective substance use disorder treatment facilities in the state of KY. Employees receive benefits that include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Basic life insurance Paid holidays The joy and satisfaction of working for a company with a higher purpose! Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others. POSITION SUMMARY: A Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing basic medical attention to clients at Isaiah House and assessing their wellbeing as part of a larger medical team. Duties include checking vital signs, recording a patient’s medical history, assisting patients with the health of clients, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must have a minimum Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree is preferable.
Should possess a current, valid, and unrestricted license in the State of Kentucky.
Must be CPR Certified prior to hire
No minimum experience required.
Possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license.
Adheres to Isaiah House policies and procedures.
Attends mandatory in-services and other training/educational programs as required.

Nice To Haves

Prefer knowledge of recovery, mental health and other co-occurring disorders and experience in working with addiction in a residential and / or intensive outpatient milieu.
Prefer experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, fluid, and stressful environment.

Responsibilities

Perform new client medical evaluations and assign treatment plans per protocol.
Evaluate new clients as needed for medical problems or treatment needs.
Perform ongoing evaluation and implementation of treatment plans during initial detoxification period.
Communicate with the providers regarding client needs and adjustments in the treatment plan.
Perform education and support activities with clients regarding medical problems or health maintenance.
Participate in policy/procedural development and implementation.
Ordering medications on behalf of providers.
Assist in self-administration of medications.
Assist in medical room procedures.
Be well versed in all rules, policies, and procedures and successfully completes relevant competencies.
Ensure that Medical Rooms are clean and stocked.
Ensure that first aid supplies are available and stocked in all med rooms.
Filing of medical papers for current and past clients.
Schedule medical, dental, and specialty appointments after consulting with Logistics
Prepare necessary information prior to client’s medical appointments.
Request medical records from all appointments with an outside provider through appropriate personnel.
Performance of daily tasks and monthly audits as related to treatment room policies for such.
Monitoring of those who are complaining of illness- vital signs, symptoms and reporting to the provider for treatment direction.
Complete ASAMs in conjunction with therapists.
Notify emergency contacts in the event of emergency situations and document communication.
Track and keep up with medication ordering for clients on MAT.
Prepare necessary paperwork for specialty medications from specialty pharmacies.
Take calls from family members of clients.
Collaborate with therapists on client’s treatment.
Administer specialty injections that must be given by healthcare personnel.
Ensure proper documentation in EHR, Kipu.
Perform chart audits.
Ability to determine if a medical emergency exists and to take appropriate action, when necessary.
Knowledge of emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose.
Maintain a positive, professional attitude towards clients, staff, volunteers, and students.