Registered Nurse - Opioid Treatment ,Ketchikan, AK

Mobile Health Team Inc

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mobile Health Team Inc. is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse - Opioid Treatment for a 13-week travel assignment in Ketchikan, AK. This position functions within the Outpatient Department to assist patients and medical staff within the ambulatory care setting responsible for the overall operation of the Clinic. The role involves providing clinical services, including working with providers, clinic staff and management to ensure excellent quality of care and services, efficient utilization of resources and compliance with SEARHC standards. The nurse will also provide leadership and direction to the clinic staff ensuring efficient operation of all aspects of the clinic to include the front desk and patient care to all patients.

Requirements

Must have Alaska RN License at time of submission.
Must have/obtain Flu vaccination
Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required.
Agency staff must have an active Alaska license.
Basic Life Support certification.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability
Drug screen and background check (facility required)
Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned

Nice To Haves

1 year’s acute care experience
6 months’ addiction services experience

Responsibilities

Maintains skill sets, annual competencies, certifications, and participates in in-services and educational programs within the Clinic, hospital, and/or community as assigned
Completes all mandatory training
Attends and participates in staff meetings
Adheres to infection control policy and procedures.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards; refers un-resolved problems with patients/coworkers/visitors to department manager or administrative manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy.
Provide clinical services, including working with providers, clinic staff and management to ensure excellent quality of care and services, efficient utilization of resources and compliance with SEARHC standards.
Will provide leadership and direction to the clinic staff ensuring efficient operation of all aspects of the clinic to include the front desk and patient care to all patients.
Will maintain medication inventory and supplies not on the Warehouse PAR system.
Will ensure that the necessary quality control checks are done with the Point of Care tests.
Will clearly and correctly document all care and services provided in the clinic, completing nurse duties professionally and promptly.
Will oversee the opening and closing of the clinics.
Will clearly and correctly document all care and services provided, completing nurse duties professionally and promptly.
Will assist providers and other staff as needed, anticipating the needs of these individuals to ensure efficient and quality patient care.
Will communicate effectively with other departments to be an effective resource for their patients, providers, and fellow clinic staff.