Detox Nurse - PRN

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions • Whitehall, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality medical and nursing care at Lighthouse Residential Treatment. The RN conducts nursing assessments, communicates client needs to medical providers, and provides education to help clients meet their treatment goals. This is a PRN, as-needed position with flexible shift opportunities based on facility needs.

Requirements

• Valid and current state RN license.
• Minimum of 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, including their indications, common side effects, and common interactions.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and other applicable standards for clinical practice in assigned areas.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance.
• Must pass a BCI check, corporate compliance checks, and an employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Psychiatric or addiction nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments during admission and throughout clients’ stays.
• Execute medical-provider orders, including medication administration and assessments, and document care in the electronic client record (ECR).
• Perform point-of-care testing, including obtaining urine specimens, and arrange transport to a laboratory as ordered.
• Provide individual and family counseling.
• Participate in developing and delivering educational curriculum on medical topics.
• Supervise LPNs providing nursing care.
• Administer medication as required by protocol.
• Respond to crisis calls with assessment and pertinent intervention as needed.
• Complete required clinical documentation.
• Support the interdisciplinary team, including coordinating care with outside providers and discharge planning.
• Follow federal and state regulations and accreditation standards in delivering nursing care.
• Maintain working relationships with support networks, government resources, and community resources.
• Maintain a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for clients.
• Complete agency-required training and continuing education required for licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid continuing education with supervision
• Parental leave
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed