Registered Nurse (RN)- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Men's Residence- Full Time- Days

Cayuga Health System • Town of Ulysses, NY

11d • $40 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Professional Nurse in CARS is responsible for the provision of direct patient care to a designated group of patients, in a fast paced multi-faceted department. These responsibilities will include the observation data collection, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patient's physical, psychological, emotional, educational and spiritual needs.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Nursing from an Accredited School of Nursing required
• BLS Certification
• Successful completion of CPI training within 3 months of hire.
• Successful completion of medication competency exam.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Graduate of an Accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Helps to maintain 24-hour accountability for quality of care of clients.
• Completes physical & mental health assessments (VS, risk assessments, withdrawal assessment (COWS) as indicated by Part 820 regulations
• Administers and monitors treatment regimens
• Administers prescribed medications
• Observes and reports behavioral changes
• Maintains control of drugs and medications
• Triage emergent client medical issues and coordinate care with the Nursing Staff, PA, NP, Medical Director and outside providers.
• Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting
• Direct care provided by licensed practical nurses
• Respects cultural and religious practices of patients
• Ensure OASAS/Medicaid regulatory compliance, Collaborates with Director of Nursing, Direct Care Staff, Counselors, Clinical Directors, other Department Managers and Compliance Manager in Quality Assessment, Assurance, and Performance Improvement Activities

Benefits

• Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
• We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree