Copy of Nurse Manager

Casa Esperanza•Tewksbury, MA

9h•$122,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Casa Esperanza’s Conexiones program is a 32-bed facility that provides integrated acute treatment services for withdrawal management and clinical stabilization services to adults struggling with co-occurring substance use and mental health treatment needs. At Casa Esperanza’s Conexiones program, located at Tewksbury Hospital, we provide inpatient addictions and mental health treatment in a physically and psychologically safe environment, delivered by medical, clinical, peer support, and paraprofessional staff under the direction of a Medical Director. We serve adults in a structured, yet individualized treatment environment focused on building the foundation for a sustainable recovery and developing a healthy, productive, and meaningful lifestyle. The program is staffed by highly skilled professionals who work with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan, deliver evidence-based individual and group treatment, and develop an appropriate aftercare plan and establish placement in community-based care. We are currently seeking a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN) to act as the Conexiones Nurse Manager, providing oversight and leadership for all nursing services at our co-occurring enhanced integrated ITS. Through Casa’s ITS Model (individualized and integrated care model), the Nurse Manager will work collaboratively with our Medical Director and NP Medical Director Designee, to lead our nursing team, provide the highest quality patient care, implement doctors’ orders, monitor specified medication/refills, monitor and record vital signs as needed, and maintain thorough and timely medical/nursing records. The Nurse Manager will observe patients and provide timely care and documentation to include patient progress in treatment, care coordination, and care management, assisting Case Managers with placement in the community.

Requirements

Massachusetts Licensed Registered Nurse
Bilingual: Spanish/English, required
Supervision Responsibilities: as delegated by Medical Director/Designee
Knowledge of EHR systems
Ensure patient confidentiality in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Knowledge on best practices associated from the American Society of Addiction Medicine
Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment for substance use disorders
Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder
Leadership; interpersonal communication; clinical-administrative care; problem solving; and knowledge and understanding of the work environment

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the nursing department
Collaborate with Clinical Operations Director to lead the development of Nursing Policies and Procedures
Mentoring and guiding staff, including training and onboarding of new nursing hires
Develop and implement patient care plans
Delegating tasks and coordinating patient care
Providing guidance and support during challenging situations
Collaborates with Medical Director Designee and Clinical Operations Director to conduct job interviews and performance evaluations for Conexiones nursing staff
Alerting physicians when conditions worsen or if abnormalities arise
Ensure responsibilities regarding Duty to Warn and Mandated Reporting are fulfilled
Demonstrates responsibility regarding punctuality and attendance to assure staff is available to provide client care
Creating staffing schedules and assigning nurses to patients or tasks
Monitoring supply and equipment levels
Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards
QA/QI medication and inventory needs in compliance with DPH/DEA regulations
Maintaining a safe environment for patient care
In the unlikely event that no other medical staff is able to be secured due to an emergency or the like, the Nurse Manager will be required to cover the open shift until proper coverage is secured to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Working closely with physicians and other healthcare providers
Serving as a liaison between nurses, patients, physicians, and staff
Attending staff huddles/meetings to discuss the unit
Communicating effectively with staff and patients
Work closely with the clinical team during MDT meetings to offer and provide client medical insight as part of case presentations
Work collaboratively with the Medical Director/Designee for the medication reconciliation process
Directly works in collaboration with community providers for medication refills and reconciliation
Works in collaboration with counselors to ensure proper medication management and medication planning
Works directly with Medical Director/Designee on any medication errors and medication monitoring procedures
Works uniformly with Recovery Specialist on medication monitoring procedure
Complete Nursing Assessments, COWS, CIWA Assessments upon admission
Ensure monitoring of vitals and withdrawal symptoms
Complete medical clearance exam at time of intake to establish ASAM 3.5 or ASAM 3.7 to achieve standing order, including direct contact with Medical Director/Designee
Ensure PRN standing orders for medication interventions
Complete Medication Monitoring and all required documentation
Complete Medication Counts at start and finish of shift of all control and non-control substances
Complete evaluations based on client request for medical attention, emergency and non-emergency triage and physical/mental health rounds for safety and condition monitoring
Keep electronic health records up to date, including progress notes and assessments of service.
Educating clients on their current medical diagnosis, needs and medical histories; educating clients on medication information and usages
Leads or co-leads client groups, as required
Ability to read and implement orders of the physician/designee regarding standing orders, treatment planning
Attend mandatory training to update the knowledge base and enhance both professional and personal growth
Assist in developing nursing and medication records on each client
Monitors and administers PRN medications and prescribed medication regimens in accordance with regulatory and safety standards
Ensure smooth transitions regarding continuity of care and medication management of patients during the discharge process
Supervision tasks as assigned