Registered Nurse, Tewksbury Transitional Support Services

Northeast Behavioral Health Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in a busy treatment setting. You will administer medications, monitor patient safety, and collaborate with the care team to maintain accurate medical records.

The role requires MA RN licensure and CPR certification; addiction treatment experience is preferred, with a commitment to compassionate care for diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required and CPR certification.
• Experience in addiction treatment preferred.
• Ability to relate to a substance abuse treatment population with sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients.
• Monitor medication administration and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with team to maintain medical records and patient safety.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and care planning.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Addiction treatment

Patient care

Education

Massachusetts RN licensure

Tools

EHR

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Description: Sign on bonus up to $3000 (pro-rated for part time) Assumes responsibility for providing skilled, creative, high quality nursing care to patients. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties and responsibilities. Is accountable for safely managing the administration of medication and monitoring effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• 1. Records and reports all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient’s safety status.
• 2. Collaborates with other members of the team in providing health information and maintenance of the medical record.
• 3. Monitors the patient milieu for safety issues and assists with promoting a positive therapeutic environment.
• 4. Responds to patient care needs and issues, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living. Collaborates with and directs other nursing staff to assist with any patient nursing needs.
• 5. Assists in the admitting, discharging, and transferring process, ensuring that patient safety is addressed.
• 6. Is expected to participate in treatment team meetings, assist with development of care plans, and report directly to the program Director issues as they arise.
• 7. Complies with agency personnel policies and procedures as well as with policies and procedures specific to the facility.
• 8. Provide physical examinations as necessary to current clients or those entering the program.
• 9. Provide nursing oversight of the medication room, including entering and reconciling resident medications in the electronic health record upon admission, assessing medication effectiveness and side effects, managing the safe storage and disposal of expired or discontinued medications, and serving as the clinical resource to staff and residents on medication-related questions in accordance with agency policy and BSAS regulations.
• 10. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Valid and current Massachusetts licensure as a Registered Nurse, current certification in CPR. Experience with addiction treatment preferred. Must demonstrate ability to relate to a substance abuse treatment population in a sensitive manner, an interest and willingness to work in a multicultural setting and must share a customer service orientation. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Manages difficult or emotional client situations; Responds promptly to client needs and maintains confidentiality.

Schedule

Full-time, 30 hours per week. M-F 8am-2pm

Pay Range

$38.76 - $52.17

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.