RN - SUBSTANCE USE

Posted Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM Pay Rate: $55.00 per hour

PART-TIME

Hours: 4 Hour Per Week. Days/Times May Vary. The Guidance Center of Westchester’s Medication Assisted Opioid Treatment Program (METRO) supports adults who have a history of and/or current active substance use inclusive of opiates. Many program participants also have co-occurring mental health needs. The team consists of multidisciplinary staff including a medical director, psychiatry providers, nurses, substance use counselors, and psychotherapists. The RN works with the Program Director and Medical Director to ensure medication management/dosing, health assessments, and all physical/health services occur in accordance with best practices for patient care according to all pertinent regulations by OASAS, SAMHSA, Joint Commission, and the Department of Health. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS Observe patient for medication safety prior to and after medication administration Review and implement medication orders and seek clarification as needed from the Medical Director Report any adverse effects to Medical Director and initiate 911 protocol Report any medication errors to Medical and Program Director Maintain security and safety of medication area/nursing unit Assist with review of lab letters as per MD orders Conduct dose verifications with patients admitted to another facility, detox hospitalization, extended medical care and incarceration Coordinate guest dosing and related administrative tasks Serve as Healthcare Coordinator and Infection Control/Prevention Coordinator – lead health education/care efforts as well as efforts to adhere to the recommended mandates to decrease the spread of infection Provide NARCAN training as well as health and nutrition education to staff and patients Provide supervision of LPN/RN staff, monitor schedules, provide coverage in case of staff absence, review/approve timesheets, and conduct annual performance evaluations Update and maintain Lighthouse data and information weekly Assist with maintaining the daily work process of the clinic Assist in multidisciplinary decisions when necessary Meet with patients who are pregnant or have become pregnant during attendance to the treatment program Participate in policy and procedure review annually and as needed Participate in case conferences, multidisciplinary and incident review meetings Participate in ongoing educational trainings and seminars SKILLS Ability to make decisions pertaining to medication administration and patient safety Ability to work in a fast paced environment and have the ability to multi-task Ability to think critically and problem-solve Excellent verbal and written communication skills QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES Two years of recent and direct experience in behavioral health (Methadone maintenance, addiction, or other Opioid treatment) preferred Familiarity with Joint Commission, OASAS, DEA, DOH, and OSHA standards Must successfully pass Criminal Background Checks and NYS Justice Center Registry. Clearance and fingerprinting will be done prior to employment EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Valid RN license in state of NY PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case. Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long periods of time Must be capable to move throughout work day and follow people served throughout community Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet Must be able to move in tight spaces Occasional lifting of > 25 pounds An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr Access, Inc.