New graduates welcome!

We are an organization focusing on the care and treatment of those suffering from substance and alcohol use disorder. Our medical facility provides each step of care from the detox, medication assisted treatment, rehab and recovery therapy. We are currently seeking Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team!

The Registered Nurse (RN) coordinates provision of nursing services that reflect our nursing philosophy and standards. The RN position promotes the physical and mental health of clients by applying the nursing processes. The position is a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and has the goal of assisting residents to assume responsibility for their own health. The position coordinates and monitors medical services, including psychiatric and medication services, in accord with the requirements of regulatory agencies and in response to individual resident need.

Shifts are 7:00 -7:30 (am or pm)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administer and document medication safely and accurately according to the policies and procedures accepted by the PSO.
• Conduct waived testing for urine, blood work and glucose monitoring.
• Provide and assure the provision of direct care for the patients consistent with the philosophy and goals of the nursing department.
• Develop and assist staff in identifying and addressing patient’s problems by formulating goal-oriented plan of care and evaluating care rendered.
• Assist staff in planning of care or discharge and continuing care.
• Assess changing needs of the patients during the shift and adjusts in assignments as appropriate.
• Implement and assist staff in patient teaching program based on specific patient needs.
• Assist in reviewing staff member’s achievement of documentation standards and provides feedback.
• Maintains patient care standards in accordance with the regulations of governmental and standardizing agencies.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current New York State Registered Nurse license
• Currently registered as a professional registered nurse in good standing
• Current Valid BLS/CPR
• Two (2) years of experience in nursing
• Prior experience in administering medication in a detox/rehab facility setting

Skills:

• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong communications skills
• Critical thinking
• Detailed orientated
• Time management