Per Diem Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut required
• Certification in CPR
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Degree/Certification in nursing or in a related health care field preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments of patients’ response to treatment.
• Develop, implement and evaluate nursing care plans according to age specific needs of patients. Record progress in a timely manner.
• Responsible for accurate input of computer data.
• Execute the medical and medication regimen of care as prescribed by the physician.
• Provides clients with daily methadone doses and prescribed take-home doses.
• Monitor urine toxicology screens and breathalyzers.
• Administer PPD tests.
• Educate the patient/family toward an understanding of healthy living.
• Respond to medical/psychiatric emergency needs of patients, following CHR policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the standards for Medication Assisted Treatment as maintained by DPH, DMHAS, Joint Commision, D.E.A., and the U.S. Federal Government.
• Monitoring of methadone stock and ordering as described in CHR policies and all regulatory bodies.
• Restocking methadone supply upon delivery.
• Communicate with counselors and Medical Doctor regarding patient status and progress.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.