Nurse - Substance Abuse Treatment

Zinniahealth; Exeter (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Career Development

Competitive Benefits & 401k

Values: Integrity, Teamplay, 1% Better Each Day

Job summary

A healthcare company in Exeter is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Substance Abuse Treatment Facility. The role involves providing nursing care, medication management, and support to clients recovering from substance abuse. Ideal candidates will be licensed and have strong clinical skills. Working hours are Thursday through Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. This position offers competitive pay, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a substance abuse treatment facility is preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to assess client needs.
• 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 abilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong clinical and assessment skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of addiction medicine and treatment protocols

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Communication skills

Education

Valid RN or LPN license issued from State

Valid Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR/First Aid certification

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 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. - 3rd Shift

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.

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.