Registered Nurse

Services For The Underserved, Inc.•New York, NY

2d•$85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Registered Nurse - Supportive Crisis Stabilization Center The RN will complete medical assessments and brief histories on all clients admitted to the program and will monitor and coordinate follow-up care as directed by Program Director. Updated Schedule needs: Friday-Tuesday 8am-4pm (Full Time) Thursday-Monday 4pm-12am (Full-time)

Requirements

Master’s in Nursing preferred, Bachelor’s required, with NYS RN license
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and chemical dependency preferred.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication
Assessment and case management
Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking preferred
Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Complete screening, assessments and Care of every client seeking SCSC services ( Adults/Youth/Children)
Evaluate severity of withdrawal symptoms using established screening tools.( If appropriate to Substance Use clients )
Coordinate delivery and reception of medications with pharmacy.
Document all medications received and coordinate management of the meds while client is at SCSC).
Observe self-administration of medications
Monitor withdrawal symptoms during detoxification according to established protocols.
Refer for required medical services as appropriate (Internal & External)
Provide education and consultation to individual clients and/or groups on their health needs.
Assure clients’ compliance with prescribe medical regimen.
Complete timely and accurate documentation on medical services rendered.
Complete all clinical documentation in EHR.
File all documents in the clients’ charts upon completion.
Manage inventory of medical supplies and coordinate replenishment with Office Manager.