Resident Nurse

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a Residential Nurse to manage self-administration medicine protocols and oversee client healthcare. The role requires expertise in nursing practices, training Behavioral Health Associates, and ensuring compliance with medication protocols.

Ideal candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school and hold an Alaska RN license. We value attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a residential treatment setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct client care of alcohol/drug withdrawal management preferred.
• Current certification in CPR and first aid required.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage self-administration medicine protocol.
• Train Behavioral Health Associates on medication administration procedures.
• Maintain medication administration records (MARs) and audit for errors.

Skills

Proficiency in using general office equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Intergy EHR

Ability to maintain collaborative work environment

Detail oriented

Nursing skills for withdrawal assessment

Knowledge of cross-cultural issues

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current Alaska Registered Nurse license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

General Statement

The Salvation Army is a branch part of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

Department & Reporting

Corps/Department: Salvation Army Clitheroe Center.
Reports To: Executive Director.
FLSA Status: Full Time, 40 hours per week; Exempt.

Eligibility & Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; current Alaska Registered Nurse license preferred; a licensed practical nurse who is supervised by a physician may also apply.
• Current certification in CPR and first aid.
• Experience in direct client care of alcohol/drug withdrawal management with knowledge of the psychological and behavioral manifestations of chemical dependency preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in using general office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, Intergy EHR, and report-generating.
• Ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative work environment and to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy required.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, meet deadlines, observe confidentiality, remain self‑motivated, and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Nursing skills to assess withdrawal and to provide referral for appropriate medical intervention.
• Ability to conduct training for Behavioral Health Associates on proper medication self‑administration procedures.
• Knowledge of cross‑cultural issues and skill in working with diverse population.
• Alaska driver's license with acceptable criminal history and driving records.

Scope & Responsibilities

Under the general guidance of the Executive Director at Clitheroe Residential, the Residential Nurse reviews and manages the self‑administration medicine protocol; provides guidance and training to Behavioral Health Associates and other residential staff; documents client’s primary care doctor’s orders; maintains medication administration records (MARs) for clients; delegates tasks as needed; regularly audits MARs for errors and provides training/correction to staff as needed; provides initials and as needed client nursing assessment; works with the Case Manager and Residential Clinical Coordinator to refer clients for primary care as needed.

Essential Functions

• Uses accepted nursing practices and universal precautions; maintains safety and health standards; participates in emergency evacuation drills.
• Trains and provides guidance and assistance to Behavioral Health Associates on proper medication self‑administration procedures and monitors their completed forms; provides employee corrective actions for MAR errors.
• Assures medications are stored according to policy.
• Maintains nursing and medication records; completes reports in the allotted time frames.
• Assists in developing and providing motivational counseling; makes referrals or delegates referral tasks per program policy; provides relevant training to staff and clients on medications; teaches clients about current health issues as needed.
• Completes nursing intake and discharge records; facilitates continuity of care as needed.
• Participates in Electronic Health Records documentation and oversees medication and allergy entry into EHR.
• Participates as a member of the Clitheroe Management Team as needed.
• Attends and participates in meetings as scheduled, including Treatment Team, and All staff meetings at Clitheroe Residential.
• Provides On‑Call consultation for client emergency medical concerns.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Software & Technical Skills

Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required; Intergy EHR, working knowledge of database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Work Environment, Language & Skills

The work environment is located in a residential treatment setting; noise level is usually at a low level.

Must be able to understand, follow, and give both written and oral instructions; must have adequate speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.

Must be able to perform simple calculations and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.

Must be creative, self‑motivated, organized, and flexible.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on intermittent or continuous basis; ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead; ability to operate a telephone; lift up to 25 pounds; access and produce information from a computer; understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation; reasonable accommodation provided.

Religious Purpose & Confidentiality

The employee acknowledges that the Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church are understood and that the employee will not undermine its religious mission; all information is to be treated as highly confidential.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.