Nurse (part-time)

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Discounts on services

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) for their Outpatient Treatment Program in Framingham, MA. This position involves administering medications, educating clients, and supporting substance abuse treatment.

Applicants must be licensed in Massachusetts and have effective communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, generous paid time off, and a 401k plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be a MA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
• Must have a current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in substance abuse/mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.
• Control, count and document onsite medication.
• Educate clients on medication usage and side effects.
• Verify medication orders with the physician.
• Assist in the admission process and documentation.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Communication

Judgment in emergencies

Substance abuse knowledge

Education

MA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

Current CPR certificate

Job description

Location

Framingham, MA - Outpatient Treatment Program

Schedule

32 hours a week. Options for different days may be accommodated based on program need.

Week 1 - Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat

Week 2 - Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri

Pay rate

$35.00/hour (LPN), $37.00/hour (RN). $3.00/hour weekend differential.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options
• 401k with company match up to 7%!
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide

Responsibilities

• Administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.
• Control, counting and appropriate documentation of onsite medication.
• Educating clients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medication assisted treatment.
• Verifying medication orders with the physician and transcribing physician’s orders.
• Assisting in the admission process and documenting substance use diagnosis as required.

Qualifications

• Must be a MA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
• Must have a current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.
• Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary, culturally diverse setting with clients, families, staff and regulatory agencies.
• Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred.