What are the responsibilities and job description for the PART TIME NURSE RN - DAY & NIGHT SHIFTS -WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT position at Fora Health?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Withdrawal Management Nurse provides nursing support, assessment and care for the dual diagnosis and withdrawal management programs at Adult and Youth and is the first line support for patients, staff, Nurse Practitioners and the Medical Director on service specific clinical issues.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Clinical Coordination :
Cares for patients in the withdrawal management program according to staffing ratios determined by the Oregon Administrative Rules.
- Collaborates and communicates issues / concerns with the treatment team on clinical and non-clinical issues.
- Supports admission & medical staff in screenings for potential admissions for medical appropriateness.
- Reviews newly admitted patients' medical histories and obtains additional medical information as necessary.
- Reviews risk assessments and provides further evaluation and referral as needed.
- Completes comprehensive nursing assessment as medically indicated on newly admitted patients.
- Provide on-going, accurate assessment, including : obtaining & monitoring vital signs, drawing blood, urinalysis, performing CIWA-Ar & COWS scales, and performing other physical and social assessments as appropriate and necessary.
- Screens ongoing patients' medical symptoms or concerns to determine level of medical intervention needed.
- Provides nursing interventions as appropriate with available facilities, following medical policies, procedure & protocols safely & accurately.
- Review medication and orders and enter prescription orders safely and accurately.
- Administers medications as indicated by LMP ordered protocols and orders in a safe manner.
- Evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition and notify provider of any abnormalities.
- Maintain up to date documentation in patient's hard chart.
- Maintain accurate controlled medication storage, disposal and count as indicated by policy.
- Educates patients on general health guidelines and preventative measures to improve over-all health and decrease risk factors, including continuum of care in A&D treatment and withdrawal symptoms.
- Arrange or assist patients in following through with referrals to other appropriate resources to meet medical needs and exchange relevant information with the agency or professional to whom the referral is being made.
- Collaborate with outside providers and facilities as needed in order to optimize continuum of care.
- Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record.
- Documentation is thorough, timely and in accordance with industry standards. Documentation reflects objective / subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes provider orders accurately and in a timely manner.
- Provides care based on the best evidence available. Interacts and participates in the education and orientation of medical support staff, withdrawal management nurses, patients and staff. Promotes / supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
- Role model healthy styles of communication and behavior, by using non-violent communication, verbal de-escalation, and demonstrating appropriate physical and emotional boundaries. Maintain professional boundaries with the patients at all times.
- Regularly attend medical withdrawal management staff meetings.
- Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to Fora policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners' and outside providers' patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access.
- Perform related tasks as assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
WORKING CONDITIONS
HOURS AND PAY
This is a part time position earning $50.34-59.70 per hour (depending upon experience). This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime compensation. On call employees are not eligible for benefits.
Day and overnight shifts available working 12 hour shifts 7am to 7 : 30pm or 7pm to 7 : 30am
LOCATION
This position is an on-site position at our SE Cherry Blossom location in Portland, Oregon.
ABOUT FORA HEALTH
Looking for a meaningful career? At Fora Health, we employ a team of passionate, diverse and caring people who are committed to carrying out our mission to provide treatment, care and advocacy for all who are affected by substance use disorder. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our experienced team of professionals in the fight to overcome the stigma of addiction and mental health. Come join one of Oregon's largest and most reputable providers of substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health treatment for adults!
Fora Health is committed to providing a wide range of accessible, coordinated, and well-integrated services that benefit the community and support our clients to recover and to maintain recovery from addiction. To maintain an organizational culture which supports Fora's mission, each employee will, at a minimum :
BENEFITS
Employees may be eligible for education grants :
Fora Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Fora Health encourages applications from those who are in recovery. Please note that we require individuals in recovery to certify that they have at least six months of sobriety for non-patient facing positions or two years of continuous sobriety for patient-facing positions upon hire.
Fora Health is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Fora Health conducts a background check for all positions upon offer of employment. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of certain jobs may require us to take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.
Salary : $50 - $60
