Registered Nurse - Bedrock

Northeast Recovery•Canton, MA

2d•$40 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Northeast Recovery is a network of drug and alcohol addiction treatment facilities offering a variety of levels of care. Its approach combines clinical therapies with professional, compassionate staff and is grounded in integrity, transparency, and whole-patient care. The Registered Nurse role is at Bedrock Recovery Center in Canton, Massachusetts, on the day shift from 7 AM to 7 PM, with an hourly salary range of $40 to $47. The nurse provides quality nursing care based on clients’ individual needs and established nursing standards, policies, and procedures. The role includes caring for clients in the outpatient treatment program, monitoring physical and emotional status, managing medications and treatments, triaging medical concerns, and coordinating care with medical staff. The nurse handles confidential information with discretion and reports directly to the Director of Nursing.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a staff nurse.
Experience working with substance use patients.
Current RN licensure.
CPR certification.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team on aspects of the recovery program related to physical health.
Knowledge of addiction issues and the 12-Step Recovery Program.
Knowledge of alcohol and addictive drugs and their physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual effects on individuals and families.
Knowledge of emergency procedures for alcohol or drug overdose, including First Aid and CPR.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and municipal regulations for treating alcoholism and drug addiction, including confidentiality, patient rights, professional ethics, and discrimination.
Proficiency in communication, observation, and written skills.
Knowledge of drug-free workplace policies.
Ability to use discretion when handling highly confidential information.

Responsibilities

Observe and evaluate clients’ physical and emotional status, and take action when necessary.
Prepare and monitor medications and treatments, documenting them in KIPU, the electronic medical record system.
Perform job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection-control procedures.
Provide medical care to clients enrolled in the outpatient treatment program.
Triage clients’ medical issues and take appropriate action.
Schedule appointments as needed.
Document client status in summaries, nurses’ notes, and other reports in the electronic medical record.
Develop curriculum and conduct training for staff on education mandated by the Department of Public Health.
Assist with and coordinate medical care with the staff physician and psychiatrist.