What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN / LPN - Nights - NEW RATES - ** SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE position at sstar?
Job Description:
SSTAR is hiring Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses (RN and LPN) for our Inpatient Facility. The ATS-Detox unit manages acute withdrawal and prepares patient to continue their recovery by alleviating acute physical and emotional dysfunctions that have resulted from their substance use. The program provides medically monitored detoxification and stabilization to individuals that are dependent on various substances. ** Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus** for Full-Time New Hires and Enhanced Differentials! Shifts: 7p-7a; Full time (36 hours/week)
Every other Weekend is required. Pay is commensurate upon experience.
Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible and accountable for a designated number of patients on the Inpatient Unit. Nurses are responsible for recovery specialists assigned to assist with the care of the patients.
Specific Responsibilities
- Nurse renders and supervises care of patients on the Inpatient Units
- Implements specific detoxification protocols as designated by the Medical Director
- Nurse participates in the evaluation of patient’s condition and progress with other team members
- Observes patients for clinical signs and symptoms and follows prescribed course of treatment
- Nurse records and reports all pertinent information related to patients’ condition and effects of treatment
- Assigns duties and supervises Recovery Specialists.
- Reports to Nursing Administrator on call all emergency, medical and disciplinary situations that require administrative intervention.
- Reports to medical doctor, nurse practitioner or psychiatrist, as necessary.
- Nurse participates with other staff members in implementing program objectives and philosophy
- Participates in regularly scheduled meetings, attends conferences and in-services to keep abreast of new trends in nursing practice.
- Participates in the development of the nursing treatment plan.
- Nurse participates in QA as assigned by the nursing director.
- Other duties as required.
Experience and Skills:
Required Professional Qualifications:
- License to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Current certification in BLS/CPR
- Understanding of detoxification regimes in substance abuse a plus but will train
- Participation in required CEU programs
- Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) a plus
- Familiarity and ability to work with diversity of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds
- General knowledge of cultural backgrounds of patients to be served
- Must submit a CORI release form and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information
- Appreciation of and desire to be part of the treatment team which is dedicated to providing client with optimal therapeutic care
Job Benefits:
- 403B
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance through Massachusetts PFML
- Employee discounts, cell phone, eyewear etc.
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Opportunities to earn CEU's
- Voluntary Benefits including, Pet Insurance, Term and Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Disability.
