Registered Nurse- Part Time

Remedies•Rockford, IL

13d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to agency clients in an outpatient substance abuse treatment setting, following established standards and practices. The role orders, dispenses, and maintains inventory of Methadone and Suboxone. It requires 20–25 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., with a Saturday rotation from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. The position is non-exempt and pays $33.00–$35.00. The nurse implements physician orders, supports patient care and medication control, maintains accurate medical records and required documentation, and coordinates with physicians and other staff. The role also monitors the care environment, responds to high-risk events, advocates for patients’ medical needs, and contributes to quality improvement and agency compliance efforts.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
One year of professional nursing experience.
Active/current Illinois RN or LPN license.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to provide patient care.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies and understand the Agency Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Ability to learn and implement agency-specific practices and procedures.
Ability to prepare and present patient educational opportunities.
Observe confidentiality rules and respect patients’ rights.
Competency in evaluating opioid withdrawal signs and symptoms.
Ability to explain chemical dependency as a primary illness and demonstrate sincere interest in working with this patient population.
Competency in recognizing secondary illnesses associated with chemical dependency and making appropriate referrals for medical care.
Competency in providing appropriate care and services to adolescents and adults; the posting notes there are no adolescents in opioid treatment.
Competency in de-escalation for volatile patients and visitors.
Competency in therapeutic counseling methods, principles, and practices.
Basic computer skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

Set up, administer, and account for Methadone or Suboxone as ordered by the physician.
Establish and sustain medical procedures that support patient care and medication control in accordance with applicable licensure and accreditation standards.
Implement physician orders accurately and promptly.
Keep the physician informed of patients’ needs and problems.
Serve as a liaison between the physician and other staff regarding patients’ medical treatment.
Assist the physician with physical examinations when necessary and provide relevant information.
Identify and respond to high-risk events or behaviors that could jeopardize clients or staff.
Ensure timely completion of documentation related to client health care issues.
Maintain complete and accurate medical records in accordance with relevant licensure and accreditation standards.
Obtain and maintain needed supplies and equipment.
Act as a patient advocate for medical needs.
Monitor the care environment and agency compliance with policies and procedures, as assigned.
Generate documentation for funding sources as applicable.
Monitor patient involvement in treatment activities.
Participate in performance improvement efforts through the Quality Improvement committee as needed.
Perform Quality Control standards.
Perform job functions consistent with confidentiality regulations, ethical practices, agency policies, and the agency mission.
Maintain professional conduct and a professional image in dress, behavior, and work habits.
Promote a positive and pleasant workplace attitude that supports the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.