Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Active RN license in the state where the treatment center operates.
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or ability to obtain certification within 60 days of hire and maintain it thereafter.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information and manage time wisely.
• Working knowledge of Google products, including Gmail, Google Sheets, and Google Docs.
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Knowledge of mental health, addiction, and addiction treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete the nursing admissions process, including explaining services and related costs and conducting telephone or in-person intake screenings.
• Provide high-quality customer service and care for internal and external clients.
• Review admission referrals and coordinate with navigators to ensure proper placement.
• Triage incoming clients for the intended level of care.
• Contact the appropriate team member, such as the Medical Director, about non-life-threatening medical or medication concerns and obtain guidance; staff may contact emergency services for life-threatening emergencies.
• Identify client care requirements by building rapport with potential and current clients and partnering with others who understand those requirements.
• Provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to clients and families.
• Promote client independence by establishing care goals, teaching clients about their conditions, medications, and self-care, and answering questions.
• Assure quality of care by following therapeutic standards, assessing outcomes against goals and standards, recommending or making adjustments, and following applicable nursing and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and seek assistance from healthcare support personnel as needed.
• Follow infection-control policies, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled-substance regulations.
• Document patient care services in client and department records and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to maintain continuity of care.
• Protect client confidentiality and maintain client confidence.
• Monitor nursing supplies, anticipate needs, and place supply orders.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops and professional publications.
• Communicate with the healthcare team, respond to requests, build rapport, and participate in team problem-solving.
• Follow incident-reporting procedures and report potential safety issues promptly.
• Delegate, organize, and coordinate assigned services, assigning responsibilities to designated staff as appropriate.
• Serve as a role model for nursing staff and communicate relevant staff performance information to the Director of Nursing.
• Prioritize communication across departments and provide collaborative intervention as needed.
• Use judgment and discretion when strict policy adherence could pose a risk to a patient, visitor, staff member, or facility.
• Participate in performance improvement data collection, analysis, reporting, and staff education.
• Assist in providing essential training to new staff.
• Coordinate with providers and nurses regarding plans of care and individual treatment needs.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and perform other duties within the position’s scope.

Benefits

• 401K
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Work/life balance
• Investment in education