Registered Nurse (50035)

WESTCARE INC•Atlanta, GA

1d•$32 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides general medical services to program participants under the guidance of the Program Director. This role is tasked with completing nursing assessments, helping to create individual treatment plans, and providing care using established best-practice methods. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Requirements

Current / Valid RN license is required ; preference will be given to candidates with additional certification(s)
Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.
Graduation from an accredited two-year or four-year nursing program is required; position is required
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
At least five (5) years’ experience working with clients/patients in a substance abuse, counseling, medical, or mental health setting required
Ability to work with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional required
Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

Responsibilities

Screens populations from various age groups in order to determine behavioral health needs
Provide referrals to other community partners.
Completes and records initial and subsequent nursing assessment of each patient’s physical and mental status according to program protocols using interview, observation skills, and physical assessment techniques and communicates findings verbally and/or via written documentation
Provides structure, and maintains a therapeutic environment in collaboration with program participants and other members of the team
Intervenes during emergencies using, evidence-based practice strategies
Assists in developing positive relationships that support program participants in meeting their personal goals
Participates in collaborative care team meetings
Acts as a collaborative team member within the program, leading and addressing comprehensive health promotion and behavioral health maintenance needs
Facilitates preventative and restorative health and well-being education in individual, group and community settings
Assists the Regional Director of Accreditation in gaining and/or obtaining facility accreditation with CARF, JC, and other bodies
Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community
Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation
Performs any other duties as assigned.