Registered Nurse Detox

METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL•Tacoma, WA

77d•$50 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides standard nursing care to patients withdrawing from alcohol and/or drugs in a Withdrawal Management setting. The RN follows established nursing service objectives and standards, supports the clinical and nursing Withdrawal Management staff during their shift, and serves as a leader in responding to emergency situations. The position is located at 721 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, Washington, and pays $50.00–$54.00 per hour.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing.
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license.
Current TB test or X-ray at the time of hire.
Current First Aid/CPR card as required by licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Experience in chemical dependency or mental health.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care in accordance with established nursing service objectives and standards.
Ensure safety and infection-control practices are followed.
Distribute and document medications, including narcotics, according to established standards and regulations; use a Pyxis machine to support medication distribution.
Update Medication Administration Records accurately and promptly as client orders change.
Respond to emergencies and support clinical and nursing Withdrawal Management staff in delivering services to guests.
Document services in guests’ medical records, ensuring required documentation is complete and complies with regulations, standards, deadlines, and WAC laws.
Instruct guests in required health and hygiene techniques and provide support when necessary.
Communicate with patients and families regarding treatment and care.
Maintain confidentiality.
Complete administrative documentation, such as time sheets and time-off requests, accurately and promptly.
Provide required annual documentation to Human Resources and complete required training on time.
Perform other duties as assigned.