Registered Nurse - Days YHC

Axiom Care; Phoenix (AZ); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

CME reimbursement

EAP

Descrizione del lavoro

Axiom Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead the therapeutic care team through observation and medical detoxification. You will collaborate with physicians, counselors, and BHT staff to coordinate, plan, and deliver patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities include monitoring withdrawal, administering medications, documenting vital signs, and educating patients on treatment options.

Competenze

• Active Registered Nurse license in Arizona.
• CPR certification required.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.
• Detox or psychiatric care experience is preferred.

Mansioni

• Provide high quality, compassionate care during observation and medical detox.
• Monitor withdrawal signs and administer medications per physician orders.
• Document nursing history and vital signs; update care plans.
• Communicate with physicians, counselors and staff for coordinated care.
• Lead and supervise BHT staff; ensure proper handoffs at shift changes.
• Educate patients and families about treatment options and risks of drug use.
• Ensure compliance with policies, infection control, and patient safety standards.

Conoscenze

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Delegation

Microsoft Office

Formazione

Arizona RN license

CPR certification

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Crisis Prevention Intervention CPI

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

As a leader of the therapeutic care team, the Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct care for patients as they progress through the observation and medical detoxification process. The RN will collaborate with physicians, counselors, behavioral health technicians, other RN's and health care professionals to coordinate, plan and deliver excellent patient care using a multidisciplinary patient-centered approach.

SHIFT: DAYS

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate care to monitor ethical substance abuse, pain management, and suicide screening to clients as scheduled in a group setting.
• Assess and monitor patients’ physical and psychological signs and symptoms of withdrawal from mood-altering chemicals.
• Administer medications as prescribed with the goal of ensuring that the patient detoxifies safely.
• Obtains and documents nursing history from patients and/or significant others that is comprehensive of present condition and prior problems.
• Performs basic assessment of patients, indicating adequate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Records vital signs, notes changes, and pursues more-specific investigations as needed. Identifies abnormal diagnostic data and shows a fundamental understanding of its implications by reporting information to the physician and others caring for the patient, and by incorporating information in the nursing care plan.
• Follows Physician orders for patient care for admissions, medication administration, treatment protocols and discharge.
• Provides quality care assurance, following state and nursing guidelines and standards and Infection Control Protocols.
• Monitors patient progress and vitals based on treatment protocols to ensure patient progress and safety and charting patient care in patient and department charts in EMR system.
• Participates in handoff report meetings at beginning and end of shift for continuity of care and effective communication.
• Responsible for accurate and timely communication of all Nursing and Medical supply needs to Nursing Lead.
• Addresses the physical effects of addiction and administers treatments to ease the symptoms so patients can concentrate on breaking their addictions.
• Plays a teaching role in addition to providing physical care. Teaches Patients about the dangers of drug abuse, including the physical and psychological effects; the damage to relationships and family life; and the impact on meeting basic needs such as holding down a job.
• Educates Patients regarding treatment options, including those they can use on either an inpatient or outpatient basis, and those they can use to stay drug-free long-term.
• Educates Patients’ family members about what to expect from the rehab process and how they can support their loved one's attempt to conquer drug addiction.
• Provides advocacy as needed to ensure patient knows and understands their rights and ensures patient informed consent.
• Supervises care given by BHT staff and provides instruction as needed.
• Understands patient care goals as voiced by the patient, making the patient a major part of his treatment and recovery.
• Supports nursing care standards through adherence to existing policies and procedures.
• Participates in peer review as appropriate.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth by current reading and attendance at educational programs and conferences.
• Ensure medications are always stocked by completely inventory regularly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• As part of Axiom Care’s commitment to Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS), this position supports efforts to provide inclusive and accessible translation services for clients. Responsibilities may include participating in CLAS-related training, supporting language access initiatives, and promoting cultural sensitivity in day-to-day operations.

Who is Axiom Care?

Founded in 2012, Axiom Care is a Phoenix-based behavioral health organization that aims to ensure every Arizonan has access to compassionate, effective substance use treatment. With facilities in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, we offer comprehensive services including 24/7 observation, inpatient detoxification, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and recovery housing with a focus on underserved populations.

Beyond our full-continuum community programs, we proudly operate specialty programs for the justice-involved (in partnership with ADCRR), for members of the Navajo Nation (in partnership with the Navajo Department of Health), and for Veterans (co-located on the Victory Place campus).

Together, we’re building a future where compassionate care is accessible to all – come be a part of it!

What we offer?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with up to 3.5% match
• Paid time off (PTO), paid sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Reimbursement for CMEs
• Free criminal record clearance for eligible justice-impacted staff through a partnership with Rasa Legal
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefits including group term life, voluntary term life, AD&D, short term disability, and accident coverage

Navajo Nation Preference: Preference is given to qualified Navajo Nation and Native American Applicants in accordance with Title 15 N.N.C. Chapter 7.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Required Competencies

• Able to actively and effectively participate in patient rounds.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate with coworkers regarding the medical and psychological stability and general risk level of patients.
• Vital Signs - Demonstrates knowledge and able to properly check vital signs: Accu-Check & safe parameters, blood alcohol levels (BAL), blood pressure parameters, pulse, respiration, temperature, conversation with patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge and able to properly review UA/ Pregnancy test results.
• Performs Chart Checks – reviewing MAR, orders, labs, UA's for accuracy and confirm that all tasks are completed.

Education and Experience

• Current RN license to practice nursing in the state of Arizona.
• Current CPR certification
• Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Crisis Prevention Intervention CPI

Detox experience 1 year (preferred)

Psychiatric experience 1 year (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions