Registered Nurse (RN), Addiction Treatment - Weekends

Beth Israel Lahey Health

5d•$39 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) assumes responsibility for providing skilled, creative, high quality nursing care to patients. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties and responsibilities. Is accountable for safely managing the administration of medication and monitoring effectiveness. This individual also provides methadone dosing services to clinic clientele. Is accountable for safely managing the administration of medication and monitoring effectiveness.

Requirements

Valid and current Massachusetts licensure as a Registered Nurse
Current certification in CPR
Must demonstrate ability to relate to a substance abuse treatment population in a sensitive manner
An interest and willingness to work in a multicultural setting
Must share a customer service orientation
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
Manages difficult or emotional client situations
Responds promptly to client needs and maintains confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Experience with addiction treatment preferred

Responsibilities

Records and reports all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient’s safety status.
Collaborates with other members of the team in providing health information and maintenance of the medical record.
Monitors the patient milieu for safety issues and assists with promoting a positive therapeutic environment.
Responds to patient care needs and issues, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living. Collaborates with and directs other nursing staff to assist with any patient nursing needs.
Assists in the admitting, discharging and transferring process ensuring that patient safety is addressed.
Is expected to participate in treatment team meetings, assist with development of care plans, and reports directly to the program Director issues as they arise.
Complies with agency personnel policies and procedures as, well as with policies and procedures specific to the facility.
Provide physical examinations as necessary to current clients or those entering the program.