Job description

Detox/Residential treatment facility looking for LPN's who are experienced in the substance abuse and/or mental health filed. We are looking for Nurses for the OVERNIGHT position 7pm-7am. This is a full time position offering 3 shifts per week. Pay depending on experience. The nurse is reponsible for the following, but not limited to:

1. Completes the following documentation within 24 hours of the Client's admission to the program

1. Admission Note

2. Nursing Assessment

3. Pre-Screen Testing

4. HRS Consent Form

5. Client Health Examination

6. Criteria for Admission Form (if Detox admit)

2. Transcribes Physician’s Orders and Implement all Medical Protocols as ordered

3. Administers medications and monitor detoxification process

4. Confers with and assists the Medical Doctor and the Psychiatrist.

5. Makes appropriate referrals using referral forms

6. Attends and participate in all “in-service” functions

7. Assists with emergency situations and make immediate referrals

8. Provides documentation which reflects services for each Client in accordance with licensure standards

9. Maintains the Confidential nature of all Clients and facility activities

10. Maintains required Training & Continuing Education

11. Maintains Standards of Ethical Conduct

12. Meets with Clients requesting to see the doctor to determine the urgency of their medical needs and expedite treatment as required

13. Effectively communicates concerns about Client health to the Medical Director and follows up as necessary

14. Under the supervision of the Medical Director and Director of Nursing, assists in educating Clients about health problems and medical care

15. Facilitates medication education for new Clients and for all other Clients starting new medications

16. Meets with therapists to provide information about Client medical problems

17. Assists the treatment team in incorporating medical issues into treatment planning.

18. Accommodate utilization review needs when additional information is necessary to provide further authorization to insurance carriers, this may be accomplished by scheduling clients to be evaluated by the Physician’s Assistant or Medical Director simply by communicating directly with a care manager.

19. Scheduling routine laboratory examinations or those ordered by the Medical Director.

20. Takes verbal orders from the Medical Director, documents them in the Client record and carries them out accurately and professionally.

21. Provides routine nursing care under the supervision of the Medical Director and Head Nurse

22. Participate in regular meetings with the Clinical Director to discuss specific Client problems.

23. Facilitate Medical Groups as directed by Head Nurse

24. Participate in regular department meetings and staff meetings.

25. Encourage efficient utilization of supplies and equipment to prevent waste.

26. Maintains effective communication between outside medical services and the facility

27. Keeps and shares records and equipment

28. Interacts with clients with compassion and respect

29. Attends in-service education programs as assigned to learn new forms, procedures, developmental skills, etc.

30. Has good work habits: get things done in a timely, efficient manner with no excessive absences; is on time for scheduled shifts and prepared to begin work

31. Functions well as a team member and contribute positively to the morale of staff

32. Performs additional duties, as deemed necessary by supervisor

33. Maintains up-to-date training in CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Infection Control, Fire Safety, and other areas mandated by organizational policies

34. Communicates effectively with other staff members and demonstrates the ability to work as a team member

35. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability, responding positively to changing situations in the work setting

36. Demonstrates objectivity and maturity under stress

37. Accepts and utilizes supervision

38. Addresses problems noted by supervisor

39. Performs other assignments as requested by supervisor

40. Demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility

41. Completes all tasks with concern for work quality

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum of a Graduate in Nursing LPN or Registered Nurse and must be active in the state of OHIO.

2 years experience in substance abuse preferred.

Ability to work well as a team, professional and ensure documentation is above standard.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Green Springs, OH 44836: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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