Nurse (PT 32)

Spectrum Health Systems•Pittsfield, MA

9d•$33 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse is responsible for administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy. This includes the control, counting, and appropriate documentation of onsite medication. The role also involves educating clients on the use, purpose, and side effects of medication-assisted treatment, verifying medication orders with the physician, transcribing physician’s orders, and assisting in the admission process, including documenting substance use diagnoses as required.

Requirements

Must have a valid MA Registered Nurse (RN) License or be a MA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Must have a current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.
The control, counting and appropriate documentation of onsite medication.
Educating clients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medication assisted treatment.
Verifying medication orders with the physician and transcribes physician’s orders.
Assisting in the admission process and documents substance use diagnosis as required.