Full-time RN

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers; Town of Harrietstown (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers seeks a full-time Registered Nurse for its inpatient facility in Saranac Lake, NY. The role provides medical and nursing services to residents and supports clinical staff in safety and compliance with SJRC rules.

The ideal candidate is a NYS-licensed RN with knowledge of nursing in addiction treatment and emergency response. Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, education on infectious diseases, medication monitoring, and

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in NYS.
• Knowledge of nursing in addiction treatment.
• Familiar with emergency response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing/medical services to clients.
• Responds to medical emergencies and facilitates transfers.
• Maintains medical/nursing keys during shift.
• Adheres to Pharmacy Services Policy and monitors controlled substances.
• Documents medical information in logs and email system.
• Conducts comprehensive nursing assessments and mental status exams.
• Reports medical issues to senior medical staff for treatment plan updates.
• Educates patients on HIV/AIDS, TB, hepatitis and other communicable diseases.
• Educates residents and staff on psycho-tropic medications and side effects.
• Participates in meetings, committees and quality assurance activities.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Senior Nurse.

Skills

RN license

Emergency care

Medical records

Pharmacy policy

Education

NY RN license

Job description

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers

Location: Inpatient Facility - Medical - Saranac Lake, NY

Position: Full-time RN

Shift/Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay Range: $34.00/hour to $42.00/hour

Position Summary:

Provides medical and nursing services to clients. Assists clinical staff in monitoring residents and facility for safety and compliance with SJRC rules and regulations.

Education and Training:

N.Y.S. Registered Nurse.

Experience and Knowledge:

Knowledge of current medical/nursing skills consistent with the requirements of the NYS Education Department relevant to Registered Nursing. Knowledge of modern principles and practices of alcohol and chemical dependency programs and treatment services.

Essential Duties:

• Provides nursing/medical services to clients.
• Responds to medical emergencies including facilitation of transfer to hospital via rescue squad or SJRC van.
• Responsible for medical/nursing keys during shift.
• Adheres to Pharmacy Services Policy in its entirety, inclusive of controlled substance policy, procedures and monitor.
• Documents medical information through clinical log book and email system.
• Conducts and interprets comprehensive nursing assessments and mental status exam.
• Reports and records any medical/nursing issues to senior medical staff to allow for accurate progress notes and revisions to the treatment plan.
• Assists with the provision of education, risk education, counseling and referral services to all patients regarding HIV and AIDS, tuberculosis, hepatitis, sexually transmitted diseases, and other communicable diseases.
• Assists with the education of residents and staff regarding psycho-tropic medications,potential side effects and related medical concerns.
• Actively participates in meetings, committees and quality assurance activities.
• Responsible for additional duties as may be assigned by the Senior Nurse.