RN or LPN - Per Diem

Alpine Springs • North Shenango Township, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Alpine Springs Addiction Treatment is seeking a per-diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) for its Linesville, Pennsylvania facility, which provides clinically managed residential treatment and withdrawal management/detox services. The nurse provides day-to-day nursing care and supports clients’ safety throughout withdrawal management, in accordance with Alpine Springs policies and procedures and applicable federal and state laws and regulations, Pennsylvania Health Department requirements, DDAP requirements, and CARF standards.

This is casual, as-needed work at a facility operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Per-diem employees must work at least 8 hours per month. Shifts are 12 hours, and employees are expected to be flexible about working different shifts and, when needed, different sites. Occasional travel to the Linesville location is required. The position may include providing direction to nursing staff and scheduling staff appropriately.

Requirements

• Valid Pennsylvania LPN or RN licensure.
• Valid driver’s license with a minimum three-year safe driving record.
• Work at least 8 hours per month in the per-diem position.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Flexibility to work in a facility that operates 24/7, including different shifts and potentially different sites.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good organization and leadership skills.
• Ability to resolve issues and conflicts.
• Self-motivation and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Kindness and respect toward clients and coworkers, a positive attitude, and ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• CPR/First Aid certification; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Lead Nurse and Medical Director to accomplish departmental goals.
• Manage and order nursing supplies.
• Monitor clients’ medications and withdrawal symptoms.
• Maintain records and reports, including documentation of detox clients’ progress.
• Monitor clients to ensure their safety and support a safe detox.
• Maintain a safe environment for narcotics storage.
• Conduct alcohol- and other drug-related ASAM assessments during admission and ongoing care.
• Accurately take doctor’s orders and independently administer medications to clients.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Inspect medical supplies and medications.
• Maintain Environment of Care standards.
• Participate in performance management activities, including client complaints and incident reporting.
• Participate in implementing and maintaining CARF standards through scheduled management meetings.
• Provide direction to nursing staff and schedule nursing staff appropriately.
• Ensure nursing staff complete pre-certifications and insurance reviews.
• Travel occasionally to the Linesville location.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Flexible schedule.
• Paid training.
• Employee rewards and recognition programs.
• Employee scheduling app with available-shift pickup, timecard management, online training courses, and an employee rewards and recognition system.
• A rewarding career making a difference in people’s lives.

What This Job Offers

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