Detox Nurse

• Sign on bonus up to $3000 (prorated for part-time)

• Benefits that start Day 1

We have opportunities for experienced nurses & new-grad nurses (RN's) on a full-time and part-time basis. Training provided. All shifts available. This position is ideal for someone who wants to make a critical impact in the lives of those who are struggling with addiction.

The Danvers Treatment Center is a medically monitored detoxification program dedicated to helping men & women by providing 24-hour nursing care to monitor an individual’s withdrawal from alcohol and/or other drugs and alleviate symptoms. As a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, the Nurse (RN) provides high quality care, adhering to medical standards. The nurse promotes a safe and therapeutic environment by treating patients in a compassionate and professional manner.

Responsibilities:

• Provides individualized nursing care to patients based on best practices.

• Assesses patients for withdrawal symptoms using standardized withdrawal assessment tools.

• Monitors vital signs

• Participates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and modification of treatment plans.

• Provides group and individual education to patients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medications as needed.

• Administers medication based on established protocols to treat symptoms of withdrawal.

• Responsible for administering patients’ approved personal medication.

• Obtain and transcribe orders for patient personal medications.

• Communicates and consults with other members of the care team regarding patient’s status and needs, when appropriate.

• Respond professionally and appropriately in crisis situations.

• Documents pertinent information concisely, accurately, and completely, according to the established alcohol/drug protocols as well as any psychiatric/medical conditions.

• Assists in the admitting, transferring and discharging process, ensuring patient safety is addressed.

• Ability to provide compassionate support and counsel to those with substance use disorder.

Qualifications:

• Valid and current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Current certification in CPR.

• Must demonstrate ability to relate to a substance use treatment population in a sensitive manner, an interest and willingness to work in a multicultural setting and must share a commitment to customer service.