Hillside Detox
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DESCRIPTION:
Provide medically appropriate detoxification services to clients that includes addiction plan implementation, monitoring, and assessment; general medical monitoring of clients; referral of clients to outpatient/ inpatient treatment programs and/or self-help program when appropriate; assist with overall nursing duties of ASAM levels 3.5 and 3.7 facility.
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Provide direct care and delegate care of clients as indicated by client needs. ● Administer medications and treatment as directed by the standing orders and/or phone orders from attending Licensed Health Care Professional. ● Observe and record pertinent clinical information in regards to the care and condition of the client. ● Assess patients’ physical and psychological condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. ● Formulate individualized nursing care plans and participate in client care conferences. ● Dispense and record administration of medications according to prescription instructions and agency policy. ● In conjunction with the addictions team, make referrals to appropriate hospitals and agencies based on. the client's needs. ● Give and receive reports at staff shift change. ● Consult with other health team/care professionals for guidance in the development of the most appropriate health care plan for the client. ● Confer with and assist the licensed Health Care Professional. ● Skills to assess symptoms of detoxification using standardized measures such as CIWA or COWS. ● Attend and participate in all in-service or training sessions. ● Maintain all required training and continuing education necessary for licensing. ● Maintain standards of ethical conduct. ● Observe and maintain client confidentiality & privacy laws according to HIPAA and 42 CFR regulations. ● Must be willing to work a flexible schedule. Holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. ● This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. QUALIFICATIONS: ● Registered Nursing Degree from an accredited school with a nursing program. ● Current Massachusetts State License as a Registered Nurse. xsgimln ● CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain certification throughout employment ● Satisfactory criminal background check. Essential Competencies: ● Maintain the highest ethical and professional standard as to clients and employees ● Ability to avoid all dual relationships with clients (any personal, financial, business, social or sexual relationship or other activity outside the context of the traditional nurse-patient relationship) ● Meet all state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines in provision of client services ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills ● Outstanding critical thinking and creative problem solving skills ● Ability to work independently ● High level of initiative ● Ability to manage, direct and lead a treatment team ● Professional demeanor Job Type: Full-time Pay: $39.00 - $60.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Medical specialties: Addiction Medicine Psychiatry Standard shift: Night shift Overnight shift Weekly schedule: 3x12 Every weekend Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
DESCRIPTION:
Provide medically appropriate detoxification services to clients that includes addiction plan implementation, monitoring, and assessment; general medical monitoring of clients; referral of clients to outpatient/ inpatient treatment programs and/or self-help program when appropriate; assist with overall nursing duties of ASAM levels 3.5 and 3.7 facility.
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Provide direct care and delegate care of clients as indicated by client needs. ● Administer medications and treatment as directed by the standing orders and/or phone orders from attending Licensed Health Care Professional. ● Observe and record pertinent clinical information in regards to the care and condition of the client. ● Assess patients’ physical and psychological condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. ● Formulate individualized nursing care plans and participate in client care conferences. ● Dispense and record administration of medications according to prescription instructions and agency policy. ● In conjunction with the addictions team, make referrals to appropriate hospitals and agencies based on. the client's needs. ● Give and receive reports at staff shift change. ● Consult with other health team/care professionals for guidance in the development of the most appropriate health care plan for the client. ● Confer with and assist the licensed Health Care Professional. ● Skills to assess symptoms of detoxification using standardized measures such as CIWA or COWS. ● Attend and participate in all in-service or training sessions. ● Maintain all required training and continuing education necessary for licensing. ● Maintain standards of ethical conduct. ● Observe and maintain client confidentiality & privacy laws according to HIPAA and 42 CFR regulations. ● Must be willing to work a flexible schedule. Holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. ● This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. QUALIFICATIONS: ● Registered Nursing Degree from an accredited school with a nursing program. ● Current Massachusetts State License as a Registered Nurse. xsgimln ● CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain certification throughout employment ● Satisfactory criminal background check. Essential Competencies: ● Maintain the highest ethical and professional standard as to clients and employees ● Ability to avoid all dual relationships with clients (any personal, financial, business, social or sexual relationship or other activity outside the context of the traditional nurse-patient relationship) ● Meet all state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines in provision of client services ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills ● Outstanding critical thinking and creative problem solving skills ● Ability to work independently ● High level of initiative ● Ability to manage, direct and lead a treatment team ● Professional demeanor Job Type: Full-time Pay: $39.00 - $60.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Medical specialties: Addiction Medicine Psychiatry Standard shift: Night shift Overnight shift Weekly schedule: 3x12 Every weekend Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person