Detox Care RN/LPN – Clinical QA & Education Lead

Walker Center for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction; Gooding (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Center for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to support the Medical Director and clinical team. The role includes reviewing admissions for medical exclusions, chart audits, medication administration, and coordination of medical information.

You will participate in QA activities, trainings, and provide patient care and education while ensuring documentation accuracy and a safe environment for clients and staff.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN licensure required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and experienced with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews medical charts for new provider orders and medication changes.
• Administers staff TB tests as requested.
• Triage and review medical needs of clients to determine if need to be seen by the physician.
• Train Client Support Specialists regarding compliance with medication administration including consistency with vitals, AWS, CIWAS, and COWS.
• Review medical flags upon admission or during inquiry process to approve admissions based on exclusion criteria.
• Take phone calls from Client Support Specialists if Director of Client Support Services is not available.
• Coordinate medical information and orders from the provider.
• Schedule clients for provider rounds.
• Complete end of withdrawal management summary.
• Review of MAR and medications after admission for accuracy.
• Weekly chart reviews of EMR documentation for accuracy of notes and effectively relay information that pertains to medical needs.
• Monthly chart review of documentation for withdrawal management clients.
• Coordinate insurance calls for detox and treatment plan development in ASAM Dimensions 1 & 2.
• Serve as member of the Quality Assurance Committee and report quarterly on indicators.
• Client education and staff point of care testing.
• Maintain a safe environment for clients and fellow staff.
• Transport patients when necessary

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Patient care

Education

RN or LPN licensure

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Walker Center for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to support the Medical Director and clinical team. The role includes reviewing admissions for medical exclusions, chart audits, medication administration, and coordination of medical information.

You will participate in QA activities, trainings, and provide patient care and education while ensuring documentation accuracy and a safe environment for clients and staff.