Staff Nurse (RN or LPN)

High Point & Affiliated Organizations•Brockton, MA

3d•$34 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency dedicated to treating and preventing substance use disorders and mental illness. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer an exceptional leave time package for eligible staff, allowing ample time for rest and personal enjoyment. Time off requests submitted with over 30 days' notice are typically approved, and a scheduler app facilitates shift trading or filling for requests within 30 days. Shift trades are permitted, even if they result in overtime. High Point is also committed to supporting and celebrating staff diversity. In addition to our generous leave time, we provide one floating holiday per quarter for staff to observe and celebrate their cultures and beliefs. We continuously monitor the economy and adjust our pay grades annually to remain competitive and ensure livable wages. For RNs, continued education opportunities are available to enhance their skills.

Requirements

RN or LPN
Experience in a behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment setting
Must present as courteous and professional at all times
Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks
Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas in logical and clear fashion
Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs including the ability to learn, use and train HPAHO's electronic medical records
Must have the ability to work with others in cooperative and collaborative manner
An understanding of the relationship between substance use and mental health issues and/or self-help programs
An understanding of boundaries and ethics
Comply with Federal Regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Alcohol Abuse Policy and HIPAA Regulations
TB screening
Certification in the HPHAO approved de-escalation program
CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

Two years’ supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Compliance with Joint Commission, DPH, DMH, and all other regulatory agencies
Knowledge of ASAM criteria related to SUD care, monitoring withdrawal (COWS, CIWA) and nursing interventions
Assure patient care is meeting best practice standards
Assure compliance with High Point policies and procedures
Participate in the recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and evaluation of nursing staff
Assist in developing nursing and medication records on each patient
Reviews and makes recommendations regarding policies and procedures
Reports to Infection Control Committee as needed
Assist in monitoring inventory, ordering of medications, and equipment needed for daily operation of the program
Responsible for the scheduling nurses to maintain adequate nursing staffing patterns to manage the day-to-day operations
Monitoring call outs
Responsible for accessing the acuity of unit and providing direct patient care as needed
Reviews Incident Reports, as required, and ensures accurate and timely completion
Provide supervision for nursing staff per HPAO supervision policy
Maintains infection control data and reports
Participate in all required committee meetings
Responsible for the proper disposal of medications
Monitors EHR records for correct and complete documentation
Assists in the development and monitoring of group schedule, as applicable
Encourages nursing participation in education opportunities
Responsible to attend monthly meetings as directed by Director of Nursing or Nurse Manager
Attend mandatory training to update knowledge base and enhance both professional and personal growth
Provides patient education groups or designates another RN/LPN, as applicable
Responsible to ensure patient plan of care/treatment plan is updated accordingly including following any crisis intervention
Assures the debriefing is completed after code blue or code green
Always utilize standard precautions
Demonstrates behaviors that recognize the rights of patients/clients as defined by the patient’s rights policy
Attend all facility meetings and case conferences as directed by Supervisor
Other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Program Director, Site Director, Director of Nursing, CNO or COO