In this role, t he Registered Nurse is responsible for implementing established procedures for the provision of nursing care and delegating medical care and nursing functions to other authorized staff. The Registered Nurse may assign and supervise the performance of nursing tasks done by authorized staff and implement condition-specific protocols. In carrying out the position's requirements, confidential working relationships with leadership, clinical staff, administrative staff, and guests must be maintained. Must follow all state and federal guidelines, exercise sound judgment and discretion, demonstrate initiative, trustworthiness, cooperation, and dependability while performing assigned tasks and responsibilities.

Pay: $38.00 - $44.00 Hourly
Sign on Bonus: $5,000
Shift: Full-Time, 2nd shift 3:00pm-11:00pm
Location: Northern Plains, East Grand Forks, MN

Why EOSIS?

• Time Off: 20 days of paid-time-off + 6 paid holidays
• Insurance: Health, dental, and vision insurance + HSA/FSA, with life and disability benefits for full-time employees.
• Education: Tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition at select colleges
• Future Planning: 401(k) - ROTH and traditional options
• Career Path Opportunities
• Discount with Verizon Cell Phone Plans

Each day, you'll help rebuild lives by making a real impact on people recovering from addiction and mental health challenges. With approachable leaders who listen, support, and encourage growth, you'll experience what it means to be rising together in your career. A strong culture of care, where team members look out for one another and stand together through challenges, keeps you rooted in teamwork as you do meaningful, life-changing work.

Ready to help clients build healthy routines and find their path to lasting recovery? Join EOSIS Northern Plains as a full-time Registered Nurse in East Grand Forks, MN, and be a steady source of support and guidance. Apply today and make a difference where it matters most!
Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures.
• Provide appropriate nursing services and education to clients/patients.
• Observe, record, and reports to the appropriate person any symptoms, reactions and changes in a client's condition.
• Chart nursing notes in an informative and descriptive manner reflecting the care provided and the response to that care.
• Assess and monitor patients with substance abuse history.
• Perform initial, routine and emergency medical and mental health assessments.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures
• Perform intake admissions for patients to include vitals, strip searching and nursing assessment.
• Obtain , records and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications and takes appropriate action for abnormal results.
• Receives and transcribes physician order to patient charts.
• Accurately records the administration of medication for patients as prescribed by the physicians in accordance with established policies and procedures. Provides and promotes patients' rights during the administration of medication.
• Observe, monitor and records symptoms and conditions of the patients with substance abuse that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug interactions or medication side- affects.
• Routinely inspect, clean and monitor equipment and supplies to ensure patient safety. Reports any equipment or supply issues to management for correction or repair.
• Demonstrate awareness of proper infection control practice by using Universal Precautions and following policies and procedures of the Company, including OSHA's Blood-borne Pathogen Standard and PPE standards.
• Utilize EMR medical charting system to record medication information, vital signs, and communicate with clinical staff.
• Participate in report and shift change. Record relevant information in the Nurse's Pass Down Log (PDL).
• Complete nursing assessments.
• Obtain patient's history on admission to facility per COMAR.
• Maintains compliance with applicable State Regulations.
• Routinely reads and responds to e-mails.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor or Lead Nurse.

Log (PDL).

• Complete nursing assessments.
• Obtain patient's history on admission to facility per COMAR.
• Maintains compliance with applicable State Regulations.
• Routinely reads and responds to e-mail

Skills & Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

• Must document 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems and chemical abuse of dependency that includes competencies related to philosophy, screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, documentation, programming, medication, collaboration, mental health consultation, discharge planning.
• Know and understand the implications of all Minnesota Department of Health regulations.
• Knowledge of:
  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
  • Technology proficiency with various software packages including EHR/EMR and keyboarding skills

Licenses:

• Valid RN License
• CPR/ First Aide Certified

Experience:

• Minimum 1 yr experience in a chemical dependency facility

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Work under general supervision as well as independently in the absence of specific instructions
• Demonstrate initiative
• Maintain confidentiality
• Multi-task and work effectively under pressure in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Demonstrate work flexibility
• Follow all program personnel policies and procedures
• Effectively represent the company with a professional attitude with communication and interactions with co-workers, guests, family members, visitors, community and referral sources.
• Demonstrate trustworthy behavior
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with both clients and other staff in an ethically and legally appropriate manner
• Maintain files where discretion is involved in assigning items to their proper places
• Prioritize workload and work within deadlines
• Communicate effectively in the English language, including verbal and written communication with both internal and external contacts
• Exercise sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and good decision-making abilities
• Interpret and apply standards, regulations, policies, and procedures relative to this position
• Assemble information from various sources for records and reports, if required
• Anticipate problems and solve prior to occurring, where possible
• Adhere to professional boundaries
• Resolve conflicts
• Adhere and support Company's philosophy, goals, decision, and help meet objectives

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Very detailed and organized
• Relates effectively with public, peers, subordinates (if applicable), and leadership staff
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong customer service

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Social Security Verification: Name must match Social Security number and date of birth
• Criminal Background Check: Nationwide, federal, state, and multi-county (up to 7 years)
• Drug and Alcohol Testing: Must pass pre-employment screening; subject to random and post-incident testing if in a safety-sensitive role
• Employment Verification
• Education Verification
• Department of Human Services clearance
• Motor Vehicle Driving Record review if necessary

WORKING CONDITIONS / WORKING REQUIREMENTS Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: Up to 5-6 hours per day
• Standing: 1-2 hours per day
• Walking: Frequent
• Lifting: up to 50 pounds
• Hearing: Ability o hear staff, patients, incoming calls and callers
• Vision: Ability to see computer screens, paper documents and patient charts
• Hearing: moderate noise levels
• Speaking: Ability to speak to staff, patients and external customer/vendors
• Stair climbing: Minimal (varies by assigned location)
• Cleared Mantoux Screen

Work Environment:

• Work is performed across multiple EOSIS treatment sites or intake settings
• Fast-paced healthcare environment with varying program structures
• Frequent interaction with clients experiencing substance use and mental health challenges
• Requires flexibility to support multiple programs, locations, and changing priorities