CLINICAL NURSE (7a-7p)

The Clinical Nurse ensures that the daily operations of the nursing department are maintained to promote quality of care to clients through assessment, medication management and direct client care.

Requirements

• Completes medical screening and/or assessment of new clients immediately upon admission, according to level of care protocols
• Delivers quality client care through assessment, monitoring and communicating observations and findings with physicians and other members of the medical and as needed clinical treatment team.
• Coordinates admissions with Admissions Department and obtains admission orders from physicians for appropriate level of care and medical needs.
• Maintains and adheres to established infection control/employee health program.
• Maintains compliance with all program policies and procedures, as well as all state and accreditation standards.
• Coordinates with Medical Director, Nursing Manager, and Executive Director to keep all informed of current departmental activities, plans, and developments through both oral and written reports.
• Provides assessments, history and physical reports.
• Develops detox treatment plan.
• Coordinates emergency medical care for medical and psychiatric emergencies.
• Ensures that documentation on all client care meets company and regulatory standards.
• Provides CD and/or medical education groups regarding medication and health care issues, i.e., nicotine cessation, STD, HIV, TB and Hep.
• Attends daily and weekly staff meetings and required trainings.
• Serves on various organizational teams/committees and consults with departments as needed.
• Coordinates lab work with venipuncture and medical appointments and referrals.
• Cross-trains and supports other departments as needed or requested by supervisor.
• Experienced with medical detoxification protocols and associated medical needs.
• Desire to work with clients suffering from Substance Use Disorders and related medical conditions.
• Work experience in a 12-step program is preferred.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance