Nurse Supervisor (LPN or RN)Shift: 5am - 1:30pm
Comp: 85,000 - 93,000 w/ Bonus Structure
Responsibilities- Responsible for ensuring efficient operations of the nursing department and laboratory including, but not limited to the following:
- Assess patients' appropriateness for dosing
- Ensure the maintenance of quality patient care
- Administering of methadone as prescribed by the Medical Director
- Confirm and sign any medical orders
- Assist the Medical Director or Program Physician with physical examinations and other procedures as required
- Responsible for maintaining accurate patient dosing records, as well as, daily reconciliation and accountability of medication inventory per state, federal, accreditation and DEA standards
- Ensure that monthly medication inventories and reconciliations are being completed including the DEA bi-annual inventory
- Collect urine specimens following chain of custody protocol
- Responsible for maintenance of all medical supplies as needed
- Responsible for the health and safety training of all nursing and laboratory team members
- Work with the nurses to coordinate the nursing departments, at multiple locations, if applicable
- Coordinate care with physicians, hospitals and other community healthcare providers
- Report any work-related injury or illness, or workplace hazards or security issues immediately to Chief Operating Officer, Regional Manager, or Human Resources Department as applicable and ensure documentation is completed in a timely manner.
- Develop work schedule for the Medical Department to ensure adequate coverage
- Responsible for managing time off requests, schedule adherence, timekeeping, and timecard approval for their department
- Responsible for conducting internal treatment program review including, but not limited to the following:
- Official DEA records (e.g., order forms, licenses, manifests, & powers of attorney)
- Dispensing logs & Medication Administration Records
- Nursing and medical assistant team
- Audit patient records for compliance, labs, physical, PPD tests, medical orders, +UDS follow-up consult documentation, etc.
- Responsible for maintaining and helping with a chart monitoring system to track physicals and lab work
- Participate in interviewing prospective nurses and medical assistants
- Supervise the orientation and training of new nurses and medical assistants
- Provide written input into the performance evaluations of all nurses and medical assistants
- Responsible for providing recommendations regarding hiring, transferring, promoting, demoting and terminating team members directly under his/her supervision
- Facilitate training for the nursing and laboratory team members
- Attend conferences, community meetings and training programs as needed/directed
- Participate in staff meetings, clinical supervision, treatment team meetings and in-service trainings as required - with emphasis on taking an active leadership role in treatment team discussions
- Establish and maintain positive relationships within and outside of the treatment program
Minimum Requirements- Advanced knowledge of medication assisted treatment
- Maturity, leadership, supervisory and teaching skills
- Flexibility and the ability to work under pressure
- Hold a basic understanding of alcohol/drug abuse and addiction. Additionally, keep updated on current drug abuse and treatment information, as well as, the current trends in Opioid Maintenance Treatment
- Excellent math and reading skills
- Knowledge of current health issues - specifically those to opioid dependent patients
- Knowledge of current nursing best practices and procedures
- High integrity
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Communicate effectively both verbally and written; organize, express, and transmit ideas with clarity.
- Sound judgment
- Effective and timely decision-maker
- Efficient
- Self-starter
- Good at identifying issues, formulating long-term solutions, and solving problems
- Capable of effectively delivering positive and negative feedback to subordinates
- Demonstrated knowledge of ethical standards
- Working knowledge of dosing equipment, centrifuge, monitoring equipment for physical assessment, test strips, breathalyzers and other medical equipment as needed.
- Strong computer/word processing skills
- Demonstrate basic knowledge and skill in the use of standard office equipment
- Organize time and responsibilities to meet requirements of workload
- Understand and utilize community resources for the benefit of persons served
Why Join BHG?- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs. Benefit from flexible schedules with early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
- Investment in Your Growth: Prioritize your development with role-based training and advancement opportunities.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance. Enjoy tuition reimbursement and 401K plan with discretionary match.
- Recognition and Rewards: Experience competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.
- Employee Perks: Access exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options, and benefit from our Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.
