RN or LPN - Mobile Medication Unit

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE•Yakima, WA

8d•$30 - $63

About The Position

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services. Nurses collaborate with various treatment teams to provide integrated, evidence-based treatment to clients. Nurses work closely with clients to administer medications, to provide education about prescriptions and general health needs, and to develop a treatment plan that reflects the clients’ goals. When possible, nurses will also coordinate with clients’ families or social supports to help position clients for success. Our programs have adopted trauma-informed principles to client care, so the nursing process will similarly take a respectful, client-centered approach. Training, continuing medical education, and regular supervision are provided as part of this position. This position will support our Mobile Medication Unit (MMU) and Jail Medication for Opioid Use Disorders (JMOUD) teams. These teams will help us increase access to evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorders to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. The program currently provides medication assisted treatment daily to clients in the community and will work from the mobile unit, administer medications to clients, provide education about prescriptions and general health needs, and monitor for intended effects and possible adverse reactions. Substance use treatment at Comprehensive is evidence-based and emphasizes harm reduction & continued progress toward each individual’s recovery goals. The schedule for this role is Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6:00am to 4:00pm. RN Pay Scale: $41.79 to $62.69 per hour LPN Pay Scale: $29.90 to $44.85 per hour

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing
Active RN or LPN license in Washington or Compact State
Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening

Responsibilities

administering medications (including injections) and monitoring clients’ symptoms & response to medication
counseling clients & their families about medications and treatment
completing nursing assessments and monitoring for adverse conditions prior to administering any medication
participating in collaborative treatment planning for each client, and offering expertise regarding nursing and medical concerns when needed
assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
promoting and guiding infection control efforts
completing all clinical documentation in timely and thorough manner

Benefits

Training and Development
A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
Innovative Program & Services
A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services
Excellent Benefits
Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
Access to Employee Assistance Program services
Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
Financial incentives to further employee education