Full-time RN
About The Position
Provides medical and nursing services to clients at an inpatient facility and assists clinical staff in monitoring residents and the facility for safety and compliance with St. Joseph's rules and regulations. The position is full-time, scheduled Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and is located in Saranac Lake, New York. The pay range is $34.00 to $42.00 per hour. A hiring bonus of $7,500 is attached to an offer; further information is available from Human Resources during the interview process. The RN responds to medical emergencies, conducts and interprets nursing assessments and mental status exams, documents clinical information, and reports medical or nursing issues to senior medical staff. The role also supports education and counseling for residents and staff on communicable diseases and psychotropic medications, participates in meetings and quality assurance activities, and carries out other duties assigned by the Senior Nurse.
Requirements
- New York State Registered Nurse.
- Knowledge of current medical and nursing skills consistent with New York State Education Department requirements for Registered Nursing.
- Knowledge of modern principles and practices of alcohol and chemical dependency programs and treatment services.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing and medical services to clients.
- Respond to medical emergencies, including facilitating transfer to a hospital by rescue squad or SJRC van.
- Be responsible for medical and nursing keys during the shift.
- Adhere to Pharmacy Services Policy, including controlled substance policies, procedures, and monitoring.
- Document medical information through the clinical log book and email system.
- Conduct and interpret comprehensive nursing assessments and mental status exams.
- Report and record medical and nursing issues to senior medical staff to support accurate progress notes and treatment-plan revisions.
- Assist with education, risk education, counseling, and referrals for patients regarding HIV and AIDS, tuberculosis, hepatitis, sexually transmitted diseases, and other communicable diseases.
- Assist with educating residents and staff about psychotropic medications, potential side effects, and related medical concerns.
- Participate in meetings, committees, and quality assurance activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Senior Nurse.
- Assist clinical staff in monitoring residents and the facility for safety and compliance with SJRC rules and regulations.
Benefits
- $7,500 hiring bonus attached to an offer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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