Registered Nurse - Ocotillo Campus -Nights/Weekends

Axiom Care; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

CME Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Axiom Care in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to care for patients through the medical detoxification process.

The RN will collaborate with physicians and counselors to plan and deliver multidisciplinary, patient-centered care, primarily during nights and weekends. Responsibilities include monitoring withdrawal, administering medications, documenting care, and educating patients and families about treatment options.

Qualifications

• Current RN license to practice in Arizona.
• CPR certification is required.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention CPI training is preferred.
• Residential experience 1 year is preferred.
• Psychiatric experience 1 year is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor withdrawal signs and symptoms.
• Administer medications as prescribed to ensure safe detoxification.
• Obtain and document comprehensive nursing histories.
• Record vital signs and communicate abnormalities to physicians.
• Follow physician orders and discharge instructions.
• Ensure care adherence to nursing guidelines and infection control protocols.
• Monitor progress and chart in EMR.
• Participate in shift handoffs for continuity of care.
• Communicate nursing and medical supply needs to the lead nurse.
• Educate patients on risks of drug abuse and treatment options.
• Support patient goals and advocate for informed consent.
• Assist in coordinating inpatient/outpatient treatment options.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Analytical

Supervisory/Leadership

Task Prioritization/Delegation

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Arizona RN License

CPR Certification

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

Residential/Psychiatric experience (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) that will provide care for patients as they progress through the medical detoxification process. The RN will collaborate with physicians, counselors, behavioral health technicians, other RN's, and other health care professionals to plan and deliver care using a multidisciplinary patient-centered approach.

Shift: Nights/Weekends

Duties/Responsibilities

• 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 administer 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 informed consent and knows/understands their rights.
• 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.

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

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
• Residential 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.
• 12-hour shifts

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.