Nurse - Substance Abuse Treatment - Pawtucket

Carpenter Hall LLC Zinnia Exeter•Exeter, RI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a Substance Abuse Treatment Facility, you will play a crucial role in assisting individuals on their journey to recovery from substance abuse. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing nursing care, medication management, and support to individuals undergoing substance abuse treatment.

Requirements

Valid RN or LPN license issued from State.
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS)/ Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ First Aid (FA) certification.
Knowledge of addiction medicine and treatment protocols.
Strong clinical and assessment skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Minimum of 3 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders for self, family member, or loved one, and the ability to appropriately share experience with clients.
Someone who views clients’ needs with a high priority and who would be a strong advocate for them with other treatment providers.
Someone who espouses a strong desire to help others.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a substance abuse treatment facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Conduct health assessments and monitor the physical and mental well-being of clients.
Administer medications and monitor their effectiveness.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Educate clients on health promotion, prevention, and treatment options.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Provide support and guidance to clients throughout the recovery process.