Registered Nurse Full-time Day shift

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Crownsville, MD

About The Position

Gaudenzia seeks a dedicated nurse to provide care to clients receiving treatment for substance use disorders and mental health stabilization. This role offers an opportunity to move away from bedside nursing; bedside care is minimal or may not be required. Nurses use critical thinking, follow policies and procedures, and work as part of a team to support clients during a critical time of need. New graduates and newly licensed nurses are welcome, and on-the-job training is offered. Gaudenzia's mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. The position is essential and may involve working across programs to meet staffing needs. It requires rotating weekend coverage, holiday work, and work during inclement weather. The posting also states that PRN positions require three shifts per month.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
Hold an LPN or RN license in good standing that is valid in the state where clinical practice will take place.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to meet the position's expectations; the posting emphasizes being a fast learner and confident.
RN 1 classification: May be a recent graduate of an approved nursing school with up to one year of experience.
RN 2 classification: Two to five years of nursing experience, including one year in addictions, mental health, or a related specialty.
RN 3 classification: Five or more years of nursing experience, including two years in addictions, mental health, or a related specialty.
Availability to work rotating weekends, including one off shift per week for program coverage; shifts outside assigned hours may be required during critical staffing shortages.
Availability to work at least one major summer holiday and one major winter holiday; other holidays are rotated among staff.
Ability to work during inclement weather and, at sites with multiple programs, in any program based on staffing needs.

Nice To Haves

Direct job experience is not required; new graduates and newly licensed LPNs and RNs are encouraged to apply.
Experience in addictions, mental health, or a related specialty is specified for the RN 2 and RN 3 classifications.

Responsibilities

Perform initial nursing assessments for clients within 24 hours of admission, following program policies and state regulations.
Arrange appointments with health care providers for physical examinations, health screenings, and supplemental tests.
Administer medications and, where appropriate and permitted by regulation, supervise self-administered medications.
Maintain medical-supply inventory and accurate related records in compliance with regulations and agency policy.
Counsel and educate clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management, safety, and medication compliance.
Ensure clients have appropriate medical coverage to support safety, adequate care, and provider payment compliance.
Store supplies appropriately as required by regulation.
Assist with special events, including staff training, retreats, workshops, and facility events.
Implement health seminars on topics including HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, and mental health.
Participate in treatment and multidisciplinary team meetings as directed.
Implement and ensure adherence to infection-control policies and practices.
Maintain an LPN or RN license in good standing.
Perform other related duties assigned by the Nurse Manager or designee.