Detox RN: Compassionate Care for Recovery

Amatus Health; Austintown Township (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Center at Youngstown is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of healthcare professionals. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients struggling with addiction.

If you are passionate about helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve a brighter future, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing (or higher)
• State RN license in good standing
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ years RN experience in detox or similar facility environment
• Psychiatric nursing experience preferred
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria and JCAHO Behavioral Health standards

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through detox per physician orders
• Educate patients about their condition and assist with accurate clinical reporting
• Perform intake and discharge nursing assessments
• Administer prescribed medications and make independent decisions within scope of practice
• Monitor and record patient care through the Electronic Health System
• Follow Universal Infections Control Precautions and maintain logs of controlled substance distribution

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

ASAM criteria knowledge

JCAHO Standards knowledge

Psychiatric nursing experience

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Job description

Midwest Center at Youngstown is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of healthcare professionals. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients struggling with addiction.

If you are passionate about helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve a brighter future, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.