Registered Nurse Per Diem

DescriptionJob Title: Registered Nurse (RN)Department: ClinicalReports to: Medical DirectorJob SummaryThe Registered Nurse performs a wide variety of job duties during their shifts, caring for and educating patients about their conditions, as well as establishing trust and building rapport with patients. The RN is responsible for being part of the Medical team as well as helping to facilitate the flow of the Medical Department and Medication Administration Program.Education And ExperienceValid RN license, in good standing, in this State (unless in State with Nursing Licensure Compact)Minimum 1 year of experience in the field of chemical dependency/substance abuse/psychiatric setting or human services fieldComplete TB testing upon being hiredComplete and be within the requirements of Background and Drug screening resultsComplete training or certifications in CPR, HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, Verbal De-Escalation, Harassment/Discrimination, Incident Reporting, Infection/STD Risks, HEP B/C, and Abuse, Neglect, Trauma, and Exploitation, Understanding SUD, and any other trainings required by the State or the Joint Commission.Duties/ResponsibilitiesAbility to administer prescribed medication and medical treatments and following standard nursing proceduresAbility to assess and monitor physical and/or mental conditions of patients/clientsAbility to maintain effective communication with patients, families, and members of the health care staffAbility to provide documentation, prepare reports and maintain patient/client records, including computer skills necessary for documentationReports symptoms, reactions and progress of patient to the clinical supervisor and/or charge nurse and appropriate action has been takenInitiates changes to improve patient care; discusses changes with doctor when appropriate Ability to participate in defining, interpreting, and implementing standards, policies, and procedures which affect the delivery of nursing care servicesAbility to participate in regular in-services/trainingPerforms all other duties as assignedRequirementsRequired Skills/Abilities:Ability to work as a team member and have communication, organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to work under stressful conditions and be flexible in relation to department needsKnowledge of DCF and TJC standards within the DepartmentAdhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and written Communication SkillsKnowledge of State and Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality LawsAbility to understand and abide by the Drug Free Workplace PoliciesAbility to complete the Harassment and Discrimination trainingKnowledge of Corporate Integrity and Compliance ProgramKnowledge of current technology (KIPU)Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder. Can score above a 70% on the SUD TrainingKnowledge of COWS/CIWA. Can score above a 70% on the COWS/CIWA TrainingFamiliar with community resources, or who in the facility to contact for community resourcesPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Working Conditions And EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position is required to work in indoor and outdoor environments as needed. Potential exposure to aggressive situations. Potential exposure to airborne/blood-borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases.