Graduate of an accredited professional school of Nursing
Current license status in good standing with the Board of Nursing
Certification in Addiction or Psychiatric Nursing preferred
Ability to lift 50lbs
Strong computer skills and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring conditions
Training in various health and safety protocols including HIPAA and infection control
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with federal regulations and confidentiality standards
Utilize critical thinking to provide optimal patient care
Document patient information according to established protocols
Educate patients about their disease processes
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
Conduct assessments and monitor vital signs
Manage and oversee the work of unlicensed personnel
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Long & short-term disability insurance
Discounted personal insurance options
403b retirement plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
Employee Assistance Program
Sign-on bonuses and referral incentives
Free classes for Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach certification
Education days for CEUs or volunteer work
Free meals at select programs when available
Full Job Description
Program & Location: High Point Inpatient Campus - Hyannis Sign on Bonus: $2,000 (dependent on shift and scheduled hours) Pay Range: $34 - $54.50 per hour (depending on license and experience) Status: Full Time, Part Time, or Per DiemShift: DAY SHIFT - 7AM-7PM; every other weekend required.
Staff Nurse Requirements
TB Screening;
CPR Certification;
Certification in the HPAO approved de-escalation program;
Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part 2 and 45 CFR Parts 160 & 164 HIPAA);
Therapeutic Boundaries Training;
Ability to care for diverse populations;
Incident Reporting Training;
All Hazards Training;
Infection Control Training;
Substance Use Disorder Training (including Nicotine Addiction);
Ability to lift 50lbs;
Computer Skills;
Ability to solve problems in a timely and therapeutic manner;
Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders, Dually Diagnosed (Substance/Mental Health Disorders), Psychiatric Diagnosis and Medical Co-morbidities.
Staff Nurse Duties and Responsibilities
Compliance with Federal Regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder and HIPAA Regulations;
Adherence to Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals for Behavioral Health;
Adherence to DEA regulations and guidelines pertaining to controlled substances, including count, administration and documentation standards;
Utilize critical thinking skills and apply best nursing practices in accordance with policy when making decisions and problem solving to provide for best patient care and outcome;
Be familiar with best practice standards in line with ASAM criteria inclusive of detox protocols, MAT and/or pharmacology;
Documents patient information according to established alcohol/drug protocols as well as any psychiatric/medical conditions per DPH Regulations indicated;
Assist the patient in understanding the disease process through education and therapeutic relationship;
Understands medication uses, side effects and food-drug interactions;
Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner;
Utilizes effective time management;
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team;
Triage patient issues for the attending Practitioner;
Responsible for HPAO continued education in the field of substance use disorders;
Attends supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concerns;
Attend mandatory meetings and trainings;
May be mandated to cover designated program/shifts based upon safe staffing needs;
Perform any other duties as assigned by Nurse Manager, Program Director, Site Director, and/or DON.
Inpatient Services Specific Responsibilities
Perform shift specific duties to ensure the unit is cleaned and properly stocked with necessary medical supplies;
Delegates and oversees the work of Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (Recovery Specialists/RS) as appropriate;
Provide a comprehensive, concise shift report for all incoming nursing and Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (RS) staff;
Complete Admission and Discharge Assessments and procedures;
Monitor and treat patients who have co-occurring medical/psychiatric illness;
Assess the physiological and behavioral health status of the patients each shift;
Conduct controlled substance count and syringe count (when applicable) at the change of every shift (with one on-coming and one off-going nurse) and sign the controlled substance register;
Monitor vital signs and assess withdrawal signs and symptoms per protocol;
Administer routine PRN medications according to the nursing standards of care;
Fax medication orders to pharmacies and alert MD/NP when prior authorizations are required for medications;
Conducts suicide risk assessment as needed and communicates information to practitioner;
Review medications received from pharmacy;
Conduct a nursing assessment/physical assessment including medication reconciliation and treatment plan on patients admitted to the unit;
Provide psycho-educational groups on medication awareness and effects as well as other subjects associated with addiction/mental illness, if required;
Ability to engage in verbal de-escalation of patients and provide appropriate behavioral interventions to maintain safety;
Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner;
Triage medication concerns for the attending practitioner;
Complete all required shift tasks delegated for monitoring, auditing, and compliance (logs, reports as assigned);
Audit unit supplies and submit orders as needed to supervisor;
Coordination with nutritionist and dietary department for any patient nutritional needs, including allergies, preferences, nutrition screening concerns;
Report any environmental/safety concerns to the supervisor immediately;
Complete chart audits as requested to ensure documentation for nursing is completed timely;
Maintain active and current CPI training;
Complete patient observation checks, 1:1 patient observation as needed for milieu monitoring.
Staff Nurse Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited professional school of Nursing;
Must maintain current license status and be in good standing with the Board of Nursing;
