Nurse Practitioner (Multisite)

Bay Mark Health; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Recovery Center is seeking a Per Diem Nurse to care for patients in a residential facility. The role focuses on direct patient care, admission procedures, medication administration, and coordinated treatment planning within a detox unit under nursing supervision.

The successful candidate will hold an unrestricted RN license in NH, possess CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens certifications, and have strong communication and leadership skills. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unrestricted RN license in NH.
• Current CPR, First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications required.
• Must pass NH criminal background and driving record checks.
• 1 year detox/med-surge nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of detoxification for substance abuse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete admission procedures and document nursing assessments and plans.
• Provide direct care and monitor for signs of intoxication and withdrawal.
• Administer and record medications per orders and maintain MARs.
• Develop treatment plans and provide emotional support to individuals.
• Coordinate with in-house and external professionals to ensure quality care.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic work environment and accurate documentation.
• Shift leadership and guidance to technicians on assigned shift.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Bloodborne Pathogens

Customer Service

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Description

Per Diem Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

Granite Recovery Center is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to care for our patients in our residential facility.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the admission procedures, which may include the completion of paperwork, orientation of the individual and monitor urinalysis collection.
• Thoroughly searches individuals’ belongings upon admission and properly disposes of any forbidden items.
• Administer and read the tuberculosis skin test.
• Document in the individual’s chart the results of the nursing assessment, treatment plan, physician’s orders, progress notes and other individual-related data.
• Provide direct care to the individuals we serve.
• Monitors for signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal.
• Provide medically monitored evaluation and withdrawal management to individuals served in the Detoxification Unit under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.
• Monitoring for changes in condition.
• Maintaining hygienic and safe work environment in compliance with the healthcare procedures.
• Maintain all necessary documentation.
• Update and maintain accurate Medication Administration Records.
• Manage and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director.
• Providing directions to the technicians on assigned shift.
• Develop a treatment plan with the individual to address medical issues.
• Provide emotional support through listening, counseling and answering questions.
• Consult with in-house staff and other outside professionals to assure comprehensive, quality care for clients.
• Provide referrals for identified needs of the individual that cannot be met by the Agency.
• Maintains professional boundaries with clients and interacts with them in an appropriate manner.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must hold an unrestricted RN license in the state of New Hampshire.
• Requires current certifications in CPR, First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Must pass State of New Hampshire criminal background and driving record checks.
• Prefer 1 year of detox, emergency, or med-surge nursing experience.
• Prefer working knowledge of medical detoxification for substance abuse.
• Knowledge of the signs and symptoms of substance intoxication and withdrawal including pharmacological factors.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Must have strong leadership, team building and communication skills.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position with or without reasonable accommodation where applicable.
• Must be able to physically respond to individuals’ needs in the event of a crisis situation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to work a varied schedule to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, individuals served, outside professionals and the general public.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Here is what you can expect from us:

Granite Recovery Center, a progressive substance abuse treatment organization, is committed to the highest quality of patient care. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

Granite Recovery Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.