Medical / Health - Nurse

Zinnia Health; Exeter (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Zinnia Health is seeking an RN or LPN to provide nursing care in a substance abuse treatment facility. The role includes medication management, health assessments, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support clients on their recovery journey.

The ideal candidate has a valid RN/LPN license, BLS/CPR/FA certification, and strong clinical skills, with 3 years of relevant lived experience desirable. Schedule is Thu–Sat, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., on-site at our Rhode Island facility.

Qualifications

• Valid RN or LPN license issued from the state.
• BLS/CPR/First Aid certification.
• Experience in a substance abuse treatment facility preferred.
• Knowledge of addiction medicine and treatment protocols.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Minimum 3 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care per established policies and procedures.
• Conduct health assessments and monitor clients' physical and mental well-being.
• Administer medications and monitor effectiveness.
• Collaborate to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate clients on health promotion and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Provide support throughout the recovery process.

Skills

Clinical skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Lived experience

Job description

Job Description

Job Description Description: Zinnia Health is a fast-growing integrated healthcare company. We value our employees and care for our clients. Do you have unique talents that you would like to share with others? We would love to have you join our team!

Job Description

Job Description Description: Zinnia Health is a fast-growing integrated healthcare company. We value our employees and care for our clients. Do you have unique talents that you would like to share with others? We would love to have you join our team!
Competitive Pay
Career Development
Competitive Benefits & 401k
Values: Integrity, Teamplay, 1% Better Each Day
As a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a Substance Abuse Treatment Facility, you will play a crucial role in assisting individuals on their journey to recovery from substance abuse. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing nursing care, medication management, and support to individuals undergoing substance abuse treatment.

Schedule

Thursday through Saturday - 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Conduct health assessments and monitor the physical and mental well-being of clients.
• Administer medications and monitor their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate clients on health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Provide support and guidance to clients throughout the recovery process.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Valid RN or LPN license issued from State.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS)/ Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ First Aid (FA) certification.
• Previous experience in a substance abuse treatment facility is preferred.
• Knowledge of addiction medicine and treatment protocols.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Minimum of 3 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders for self, family member, or loved one, and the ability to appropriately share experience with clients. Someone who views clients' needs with a high priority and who would be a strong advocate for them with other treatment providers. Someone who espouses a strong desire to help others.

Environmental/Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Regularly required: to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

Occasionally required: to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Exposure to clients infected with Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, or other Infectious Diseases.