PRN Registered Nurse (RN)

Revive Ministries, Inc•Nicholasville, KY

12h•$50 - $50

About The Position

Revive Ministries Inc. programs do not include a medical facility but recognizes that individuals participating in our programs who are recovering from addiction will also have physical health needs. The RN is responsible for general medical oversight of clients while participating in Revive Life House. The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for the clients in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards of care (assessment of health status, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status).

Requirements

Must have a minimum associates degree in Nursing.
Must possess a current valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse license from the state of Kentucky Licensing Board.
Valid Kentucky driver’s license.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for the clients in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards of care (assessment of health status, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status).
The applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Knowledge of a wide range of nursing and medical principles, theories, techniques, and practices to perform the clinical evaluation and the medical management of patients with a men’s inpatient residential facility.
Knowledge and ability to obtain and document complete health histories and physical examinations in addition to the ability to communicate and interpret the data obtained.
Must have the ability to obtain and interpret clinical data as they relate to the diagnosis and treatment of the patient as well as educate patients and families about their medical condition.
Knowledge of community resources needed for patients and their families.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with advanced interpersonal communication skills.
This includes the ability to perform computer-based work on a regular basis.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients as outlined in Agency Code of Ethics, Relationships with Clients, Former Clients, and Notification Requirements, and other policies while providing care of clients in residential setting.
Experience to provide medical guidance and oversight to clients within Revive Life House

Nice To Haves

Prefer medical substance abuse background.
Prefer experience working with various funding streams and ability to collaborate with our 3rd party billing company.
Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
Experience in SUD preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors the med room and manages staff that are involved in medication distribution.
Monitor and evaluate medical progress and modifying treatment as needed.
Assessment of new intakes to determine medical conditions that may impact recovery, need for prescription medications, identification of existing or potential medical problems that the client may not have previously diagnosed (e.g. hypertension).
Participates as a therapeutic team member for staff and clients in appropriate counseling situations.
Participate in all necessary staff meetings.
Be proficient on all Revive Life House rules policies and procedures.
Education of clients and staff regarding disease processes and self-management of chronic conditions.
Adhere to all policies/procedures related to medical processes and medication management; infection control.
Maintains relationships with local pharmacies, medical / dental care providers and medical facilities.
Will provide Mandatory on call coverage as needed by agency for one week at a time, at least once per month.
Will need to provide coverage in our other facilities when needed.