What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Per Diem position at Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services?
Job Type: Per Diem
Time Type: Part time
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
The Detox Nurse is a Registered Nurse (RN) who provides high quality nursing care to the clients being treated at the Treatment Center. Assesses client's physical and psychological condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. This is the right position for someone who wants to make a critical impact in the lives of those who are struggling with addiction.Job Description:
The Tewksbury Treatment Center is a detoxification program dedicated to helping men and women by providing 24 hour nursing care to monitor an individual’s withdrawal from alcohol and/or other drugs and alleviate symptoms. Clients are provided with the medical and emotional support that they need during the one of the most pivotal stages in the recovery process.
Responsibilities:
Records and reports all observed symptoms, reactions to treatments and changes in patients safety status
Administers medications to patients
Collaborates with team in providing health information and maintains clients’ medical records
Responds to patient care needs/issues and assists patients with activities of daily living, promoting a positive therapeutic environment
Assists with the admitting, discharge and transfer process
Participates in treatment team meetings & assists with development of care plans
Qualifications:
Valid and current Massachusetts licensure as a Registered Nurse
Current certification in CPR
Experience with addiction treatment services preferred, but not required
Schedule: Per Diem
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