Registered Nurse- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services- Cortland Outpatient Clinic- Full Time- Days

Cayuga Health•Cortland, NY

47d•$36 - $40•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
BLS Certification
Successful completion of CPI training within 3 months of hire
Successful completion of medication competency exam

Nice To Haves

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
Helps to maintain 24-hour accountability for quality of care of clients.
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