RN/LPN

Nursing Positions:

Full/ part time and per diem

Pay: Full time/ part time/ per diem starting at $34.00 based on experience

Spring Hill Recovery Center- 250 Spring Hill Road – ARK Behavioral Health

Job duties:

Assess the physiological and behavioral health status of the patient
On site residential care facility, involves outdoor walking between buildings
Complete initial assessment at admission
Accurately assesses and documents vital signs and signs of pain and ensures treatment of pain
Communicate and document client's psychosocial status.
Collaborate with treatment team to include ancillary departments in order to determine appropriate treatment/discharge plan.
Assist the client in understanding the nature of the disease of addiction and the need for treatment.
Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.
Complete necessary documentation as required by organization Policies and Procedures.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping.
Follow established policies and procedures for verification of narcotic counts
Administer medications according to organization policy.
Verify the MAR for correct medication and administration times.
Monitor behavioral changes which may be related to medication administration.
Provide courteous, high-quality service to patients and members of the public by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner.
Complete BSAS required educational nursing groups for clients
Job Requirements

Up to date and active State Practical Nursing license is required.
One year of experience in a substance abuse treatment or behavioral hospital is preferred
Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co-occurring disorders and DSM Criteria.
Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar.
Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine