Referral Nurse – Days Monday through Friday
About The Position
Are you a nurse looking for better work-life balance? Chestnut has openings for RNs and LPNs that will have you working weekdays, enjoying ten paid days off work in your first year, AND earning sign-on and retention bonuses in addition to other benefits ! Shift differentials are also available for nurses opting for evening and overnight shifts. Chestnut is seeking nurses to drive integrated care across various programs. An ideal candidate is available to work shifts at any location in our Health Centers at Granite City, Maryville, and Belleville. Must be available to work a minimum of two shifts per month, if hired as PRN (as needed).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; practical nurse licensed in Illinois OR registered nurse licensed in Illinois.
- Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word, email, videoconferencing, e-prescribing, and entry into an electronic medical record (EMR).
- Must complete required substance-use training within first week of employment, in order to be assigned to detoxification services.
Responsibilities
- Carry out health care plans designed by practitioners.
- Administer treatments, medications, and medical tests.
- Gather patient health histories.
- Assess patients for acute physical issues.
- Act as a liaison among prescribers, patients, laboratories, PCPs, other providers, pharmacies, and staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Provide health teaching as well as support and guidance for patients in maintaining a therapeutic environment.
- Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
