Registered Nurse (Overnight)

BUENA VISTA RECOVERY LLC•Chandler, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Overnight Registered Nurse cares for patients who have various behavioral problems, such as substance abuse and various co-occurring disorders. The Overnight Registered Nurse will work within a multidisciplinary team to foster a healing environment within the settings of inpatient (detox) care behavioral health residential care.

Requirements

Valid CPR and CPI certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Level one fingerprint clearance card
Current valid RN License in the state of Arizona with no restrictions
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
In a 12-hour work day: standing/walking up to 12 hours per day
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Ability to use tools and equipment required for the position
Mental Focus: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Experience in substance abuse or behavioral health or detox treatment setting.
Will consider new graduates.
Associates Degree in Nursing
If candidate self-disclosed in sobriety – Buena Vista requires 1 year of continuous sobriety

Responsibilities

Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the highest quality care to our patients
Observe and assess patient’s and communicate findings to our providers
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to provide individualized treatment
Perform routine procedures (vital signs, medication administration including injections, blood draws, blood sugar checks, urine specimen collection, and clinical documentation)
Adjust and administer patient medication and provide treatments according to provider orders
Ensure unit safety and infection control is maintained throughout the shift through tasks including but not limited to decontaminating medical equipment, sanitizing surfaces, etc.
Provide emergency medical care in patient emergency situations
Oversee any LPN staff working on shift and sign off on LPN assessments requiring RN Sign-off
Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
Monitor and document medication administration and compliance as directed
Maintain accountability of all controlled substances according to federal and state regulations
Determine and implement specific detox protocols as designated by the provider
Assist in evaluating patient’s condition and progress with other team members
Observe and assess patients for clinical signs and symptoms following a prescribed course of treatment
Uphold all HIPAA and OSHA requirements and ensure compliance with all Federal and State laws, regulations and guidelines
Ensure compliance with all facility and Buena Vista Health & Recovery Centers, protocols, procedure and guidelines
Report to Nursing Director and Executive Director all situations which require administrative intervention, including incident reports
Participate in quality management and staff meetings including mandatory trainings and monthly nursing meetings
Facilitating communication between other healthcare facilities for patient continuity of care