Registered Nurse (Full Time 35 Hours Weekly)

Root Center For Advanced Recovery•New London, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Root Center, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating a supportive and engaging work environment where everyone can thrive. We're driven by a clear purpose and a set of core values that shape everything we do, from nurturing growth and promoting well-being to cultivating connections and making a positive impact. In fact, 97% of our newly hired employees would recommend us to their friends for employment opportunities, and 96% said they strengthened their skills in their first few months. If you share our commitment to these values and want to join a team that lives them every day, Root Center might be the perfect fit for you!

Requirements

Current active license in the State of Connecticut as a Registered Nurse
At least one year of nursing experience
Demonstrated ability and sensitivity to work with patients within the scope of this rehabilitation program.
Adult CPR/AED certification

Nice To Haves

BSN license
Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN) or Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (or is actively pursuing credentialing)

Responsibilities

Administering and dispensing medication as prescribed by the prescriber and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Completing admission and annual physicals, potentially working with the clinic provider.
Obtaining and recording patient vitals, obtaining laboratory specimens (including phlebotomy) and completing other assigned tasks within scope of practice as directed.
Completing direct observation of client prior to dosing including; general physical presentation and mental status to confirms the patient is appropriate to receive the daily oral dose.
Collecting urinalysis specimens and other samples, viewing lab results, and informing supervisor of any discrepancies.
Assuming counseling responsibilities in health-related areas, including but not limited to: prenatal care, child and nutritional care and general hygiene.
Reporting changes in condition to the provider and/or clinic supervisor.
Documenting clearly and completely services provided, the patient’s response and any change in condition noted.

Benefits

Great work life balance with clinics closed on Sundays.
No current on-call responsibilities.
Time off including PTO (4 weeks)
Three (3) Paid training days
Thirteen (13) paid holidays, including your birthday!
35 hour work week
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
Short-Term Disability – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 5% employer match after 6 months of employment and an additional 5% employer contribution after 1 year of employment.
$2000 provided annually for tuition, license reimbursement, certifications or other educational activities
An additional $1000 available for counselors seeking outside supervision hours when such can not be provided in the organization internally.
Annual bonus eligible based on agency performance
Approved sites for NHSC Loan Repayment Programs