Registered Nurse

Desert Cove Recovery Center, LLC; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Cove Recovery Center, LLC in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a licensed Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary treatment team. The RN will perform health assessments, develop and document treatment plans, monitor withdrawal cues, and support admissions and discharges in coordination with physicians and clinical staff.

The ideal candidate has an Associates degree in nursing, an active RN license, 2 years general nursing with at least 1 year in psychiatric or substance care, and strong

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years general nursing experience, 1 year in psychiatric/substance care preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Must pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Complete health assessments, implement treatment plans and document outcomes in the EHR each shift.
• Review daily incident reports and monitor patient safety and events.
• Assist in admissions and discharges following nursing procedures.
• Follow physician orders and monitor withdrawal using CIWA/COWS/CINA.
• Assess changes in patient conditions and communicate with the care team.
• Provide health education on various topics to clients and families.
• Observe and participate in medication procedures and make recommendations.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and nursing rounds.
• Maintain accreditation standards and complete required trainings.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

De-escalation / crisis intervention

IV insertion

Blood draw

Adaptability / flexible

Education

Associates in nursing

Job description

# Registered NurseDESERT COVE RECOVERY LLC - SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85250-7840## DescriptionThe Registered Nurse (RN) is an active participant in the health care team who provides direct and indirect care to patients/families/legal guardians. The Registered Nurse (RN) works collaboratively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team and contributes to each patient’s individual treatment plan by helping develop, implement, and document appropriate goals and interventions, informed by patient strengths and presenting psychiatric problems. The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.The following are duties and responsibilities that the Registered Nurse shall provide:* Maintains and follows nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility, philosophy, and operational policies* Complete health assessments, implement treatment plans, and accurately documents outcomes in the EHR for all assigned clients each shift in a timely manner* Reviews daily incident reports and records patient incidents daily* Assist in admissions and discharges while abiding by facility nursing procedures* Follow physician orders as written in treatment plan, monitoring withdrawal based on CIWA, COWS, or CINA* Assess and report signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and or psychosocial changes patient’s condition to the provider and clinical team* Assist with referrals to appropriate health agencies and coordinates medical services* Providing health education on a variety of topics to clients, including but not limited to general health care, withdrawal management, medications, diabetes, safe sex, dual diagnosis, and nutrition in a way they understand* Observe and participates in medication procedures and make recommendations as needed* Attend regular staff meetings, trainings, and reviews with the nursing team* Maintain compliance with company accreditation standards, including annual trainings, CEUs, and performance reviews* Utilize de-escalation and crisis intervention skills when needed* Delegate certain duties to non-licensed staff such as BHTs or Resident Techs* Learn and utilize the software’s available (Ritten, Paycom, etc) efficiently to complete job requirements## QualificationsThe Registered Nurse requires a minimum of an Associates in nursing along with:* Active RN license in good standing* 2 years of general nursing experience, with at least 1 years of previous psychiatric and/or substance experience* De-escalation/crisis intervention experience (preferred)* IV insertion and blood draw capabilities are, or willingness to learn* Must be open-minded, flexible, and willing to take direction* Valid driver's license or reliable transportation* Valid CPR/First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire* High level of confidentiality* Exceptional display of verbal and written communication* Ability to successfully pass a background and drug screen