Registered Nurse

Archdiocese of St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Since its founding in 1985, Queen of Peace Center (QOPC) has been providing family-centered behavioral healthcare for women, children, and families. As a member of the Federation of Catholic Charities, we serve the metropolitan and surrounding St. Louis area through four core programs: prevention, education, treatment, and housing. The Registered Nurse will perform skilled nursing services and clinical tasks that promote overall health and well-being for both inpatient and outpatient clients. These services are performed in accordance with the physician’s orders and may include nursing assessments, COWS, CIWA, and other substance use related assessments.

Requirements

RN with active license required
Requires successful completion of background checks including criminal record, abuse/neglect and drug screening
Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination

Nice To Haves

Bachelors or Associates degree preferred
Experience and/or interest in substance use prevention and treatment preferred
Understanding of ASAM levels of Care
Experience working in a residential setting, preferably in substance use or behavioral health
Substance Use Disorders & Treatment Protocols pref.

Responsibilities

Document & Record nursing assessments and medical history accurately and timely
Monitor health status of clients during services provided
Assess and develop treatment plans in collaboration with other health care providers
Coordinate care with MAT provider and provide assessments as needed
Evaluate and document client interactions in the agency’s EHR system to include at least 6 hours per day (Included but not limited to Adult Health History, Updated Medication List, Assist with appointments for Primary Care Provider, GYN provider, Intake Assessments etc.)
Care for 24 adult residential inpatient clients (and children) and provide metabolic screenings for outpatient clients.
Provide education on MAT to clients and co-workers
Focus on education, disease prevention, medical screening and medication management
Maintain confidentiality as dictated by HIPAA and 42CFR part 2
Monitor vital signs and document as required
Adhere to medication policies and work collaboratively with staff to ensure all medication protocols are followed and charted accurately and appropriately
Complete daily progress notes for each client within program guidelines
Screen and monitor detoxification of client
Monitor medication side effects
Review of MARs (eMARSs)
Maintain licensure (RN,)
Other duties as assigned
Medical Supplies Inventory & ordering
Medication Disposal Units