Detox Nurse (RN) - Days

Wabanakihw; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW) in Bangor, ME is seeking a Detox Nurse to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to clients experiencing withdrawal and related challenges.

This full-time role (36 hours weekly) offers a starting rate of $38.00 per hour, with potential increases based on shift and experience, and eligibility for benefits. You will work with the Cedar Road program and multidisciplinary team to support recovery.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unrestricted RN license in Maine.
• Minimum 1 year detox, emergency, or med-surge nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing intake and assess vitals upon admission.
• Process orders from Licensed Practitioners.
• Dispense medications and maintain MAR. Document medication activity.
• Document care in the EMR and coordinate client care.
• Order and complete urinalysis as instructed.
• Update clinical team on client status and care.
• Complete physical assessments on admission or as needed.
• Screen for intoxication, withdrawal, and danger to self/others.
• Provide safety support and emotional education to clients.
• Direct the assigned shift for technicians.
• Attend team meetings and participate in care planning.

Skills

Detox nursing

Crisis response

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Ethics knowledge

HIPAA knowledge

MS Office

Teams

De-escalation

Education

RN license in Maine

1 year detox/ER/med-surge experience (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Teams

Job description

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW)is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team! If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team!

Position Summary

This position supports the Wabanaki Center for Healing and Recovery’s Cedar Road program. As a Detox Nurse you will provide compassionate and culturally sensitive care to clients experiencing symptoms related to substance use, including withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and other issues that may arise.

Position Summary

• This is full-time benefits eligible position - working 36 hours a week.
• The starting hourly rate for this position is $38.00 an hour. Shift and experience may increase starting pay.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete nursing intake and assessment during admission, monitor client’s vital signs as ordered or per protocol.
• Process, manage, and implement orders from Licensed Independent Practitioners.
• Dispense medications as ordered and per policy and procedures. Monitor and document all medication activity. Keep medication administration record (MAR) up to date, assuring accurate Medication Reconciliation and prescriptions for clients at discharge.
• Document all client interactions, interventions, and on-going counseling services in the electronic medical record.
• Order random urinalysis as per physician’s or licensed independent practitioners’ instructions.
• Update medical and clinical team regularly regarding all clients seen and coordinates client care.
• Complete a physical assessment of all clients upon admission or as needed to assess skin integrity, markings, or signs and symptoms of disease or issues.
• Screen for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
• Screen for danger to self or others.
• Advocate for and build meaningful relationships with clients and loved ones through safety intervention, emotional support and education.
• Provide direction to the technicians on assigned shift.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients and interact with them in an appropriate manner.
• Participate in team meetings.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required

• Must hold an unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maine.
• One (1) year of detox, emergency or med-surge nursing experience preferred.

Skills and QualificationsRequired

• Working knowledge of the signs and symptoms of substance intoxication and withdrawal
• Must be able to physically respond to individuals’ needs in the event of a crisis situation
• Willingness to travel with some overnights for trainings, meetings, gatherings, and events.
• Valid State of Maine Driver’s License, insurable under the WPHW’s automobile insurance plan and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of the Code of Ethics for nurses.
• Knowledge of the federal drug and alcohol confidentiality law (42 C.F.R. Part 2) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
• Knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine placement criteria and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual as it relates to substance-related disorders or able to acquire the knowledge.
• Ability to work a varied schedule to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Proficiency with computers and MS Office and Teams.
• Must have current BLS and First Aid training, or complete training within first 60 days of hire.
• Must successfully pass background checks.

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.