Floater Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)

Pinnacle Treatment Centers

$83K — $93K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse licensed in state of employment.
  • Graduated from an accredited nursing school.
  • One year of experience in substance use or mental health, including psych pharmacotherapy.
  • Knowledge of regulations for infection control and patient care compliance.
  • CPR and BLS certified.
  • Experience in triaging and handling emergencies.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record.
  • Willingness to travel regionally up to 75%.
  • (Preferred) Three years in chemical addiction or mental health with psych pharmacotherapy experience.

Responsibilities

  • Educate patients about their medications and potential side effects.
  • Administer and dispense regulated medications per state and federal guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate records of medication administration.
  • Ensure implementation of prescribed treatment plans.
  • Document health assessment tests like Mantoux for patients.
  • Assess treatment responses and adjust dosages as necessary.
  • Provide counseling on hygiene and medical matters.
  • Document nursing progress and maintain patient medical records.
  • Participate in case conferences for patient discussions.
  • Order and maintain inventory of medical supplies.
  • Schedule patient appointments and follow up on laboratory tests.
  • Collaborate with physicians on changes in patient conditions.
  • Refer patients to external healthcare services and track their treatment.
  • Assist with patient transfers and verify medications when needed.
  • Recognize and manage opioid overdoses effectively.
  • Understand urine screens and toxicology testing limitations.
  • Attend team meetings and fulfill required training.
  • Perform additional duties as needed.

Benefits

  • 18 days of Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 401k plan with company matching.
  • Ongoing training and certification opportunities funded by the company.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment Loan Repayment program.
  • Educational scholarships through Capella University.
Full Job Description
Floater/ Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

M-F 5:30a-2p and possible Saturdays 6a-12p

We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

As a Floater Registered Nurse (RN), you are responsible for providing basic medical services to patients in an outpatient recovery environment; maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and providing for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with facility policy and procedures; and for maintaining thorough documentation of patient records and medical files per State and Federal regulations.

Pay Range:

$40-45/hr depending on experience

Benefits:

  • 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • 401k with company match
  • Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
  • Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
  • Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.


Requirements

  • Registered Nurse licensed in accordance with the laws in the state of employment.
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
  • One (1) year experience working in substance use and/or mental health field including psych pharmacotherapy.
  • Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance with state licensure.
  • CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Experience triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.
  • Valid driver's license in good standing
  • Regional travel up to 75% may be required to provide facility support.


Preferred

  • Three (3) year experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy


Responsibilities:

  • Educate patients regarding medications used in the treatment setting and their side effects.
  • Administer/dispense medications (i.e., Methadone, Suboxone, etc.) in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) best practice guidelines.
  • Ensure the adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction has occurred.
  • Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is followed.
  • Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
  • Assess patient responses to treatment and medication dosage/interactions and determine appropriateness for dosing.
  • Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
  • Document Nursing progress notes on all patients and maintains medical records including individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., as required
  • Participate in case conferences, offering professional observations.
  • Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
  • Make appointments for patients to see physicians; obtain lab workups and provide reminders to patients to ensure appointments are kept.
  • Discuss with physicians and team about important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
  • Provide referrals for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) and follow-up on patients' attendance and treatment.
  • Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from the program; verify medication verbally with nurses of another program.
  • Possess the knowledge and understanding of how to recognize and manage an opiate overdose.
  • Understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures.
  • Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.


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