Registered Nurse

Position Overview Registered Nurses (RN) at Recovery Centers of America render professional nursing care to patients with behavioral healthcare needs and perform total patient care assigned, including administering prescribed medications. The RN works with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist with treatment plans. Maintains patients' medical records on nursing observations. May assist physician during treatment and examination of patient. Key Responsibilities Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history. Plan and provide nursing care for patients. Make nursing diagnosis of the medical status of patients and recommend treatment options. Consult with medical, clinical, and other behavioral healthcare staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients. Administer and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arrange further medical attention when necessary. Assist the client in understanding the nature of mental health disorders, the disease of addiction and the need for treatment. Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Test for vital signs of pain and ensure treatment of pain. Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physician's written orders. Maintain patient confidentiality. Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical record-keeping. Provide courteous, high‑quality service to patients and their loved ones by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner. Uphold personal and professional ethics and values, respecting the culture, beliefs and abilities of individuals. Understand duties and responsibilities, possess necessary job knowledge, technical skills, and keep knowledge current. Communicate well verbally and in writing, create accurate and punctual reports, deliver presentations, share information and ideas with others, and have good listening skills. Identify problems, involve others in seeking solutions, conduct appropriate analysis, search for best solutions, respond quickly to new challenges. Use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions; act consistently with available facts, constraints, and anticipated consequences. Work collaboratively with other health professionals and leaders from other disciplines. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Up‑to‑date and active registered nursing license in the state where this individual is delivering care. Current BLS certification preferred (or must complete during orientation period). 2 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, addiction services or five years of supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co‑occurring disorders and DSM criteria and terminology preferred. Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills and participate in meetings. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; thorough knowledge of facility proprietary systems preferred. CARN certification preferred. Competency in performing CLIA waived testing. Proficiency in screening/assessing for suicide ideation and aggression. Ability to safely administer medications. Excellent verbal, non‑verbal and written exchange of information; experience communicating effectively with patients, families, physicians, associates, and the health care system. Patient‑centered care: age‑appropriate assessment, evaluation, and management, timely, efficient, and equitable. Work Environment This job operates in a professional environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The noise level is usually moderate. Registered nurses are expected to remain prepared for working long hours, including weekends, holidays, and night shifts. Physical Demands Heavy lifting 50 lbs. and over (intermittently); carrying up to 45 lbs. (intermittently); repeated bending; straight pulling up to 45 lbs. (intermittently); straight pushing up to 45 lbs. (intermittently); stooping (intermittently); squatting (intermittently); kneeling (occasionally); use of both arms and hands; overhead work, both arms (intermittently); prolonged walking (up to 4 hrs/day); prolonged standing (up to 4 hrs/day); sitting (up to 2 hrs/day); vision and hearing standards for safety; ability to perform CPR for at least 2 consecutive minutes. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be expected. #J-18808-Ljbffr Recovery Centers of America