Methadone Clinic Nurse/Dosing - RN or LPN

REDISCOVER • Kansas City, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with Rediscover. Join ReDiscover’s Treatment Option Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.

About the Treatment Option Program: ReDiscover has two Opioid Treatment Programs that offer medication assisted treatment for individuals who have an opioid use disorder. We offer methadone and buprenorphine products in conjunction with counseling, groups, case management, mental health support and medication as well as nursing services to help support our clients in their journey of recovery. Our goal is to prevent overdose, reduce withdrawal symptoms, normalize brain chemistry, relieve physiological cravings, and assist clients in achieving the life goals they have set.

Requirements

• Availability to work a to Full-Time, (40-Hour Work Week) Monday to Friday - 7:00am to 4:00pm
• Rotating Saturday twice a month - 8:00am to 12:00 noon
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Active Missouri license as a Registered Nurse (or the ability to practice as an RN in the state of Missouri) Preferred, or Active Missouri license as Licensed Practical Nurse (or the ability to practice as a LPN in the state of Missouri).
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as use of email.

Nice To Haves

• At least two (2) years clinical experience in a direct service provision in a mental health setting preferred.
• Knowledge of the community resources as well as health and social service systems in the Kansas City metro area and skill in establishing working relationships with community partners preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial assessment/history on all clients entering treatment.
• Strategically use assessment information to make an appropriate clinical evaluation of client's current conditions in a timely manner. This includes (but not limited to) making appropriate referrals, consulting with physician, and/or educating the client as appropriate.
• Educate client and families on symptoms, medications and side effects.
• Provide a welcoming approach towards all clients, visitors and guests from a trauma informed approach.
• Collect and maintain information about clients and document interactions within ReDiscover’s designated electronic medical record.
• Communicate and collaborate with an internal multi-disciplinary team to address various aspects of wellness and ensure positive communication regarding the coordination of client care.

Benefits

• We’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practicial Nurse through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree