Residential Nurse

CKF Addiction Treatment; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits with partial EMS?

Job summary

CKF Addiction Treatment in Salina, KS seeks an LPN/RN to provide direct nursing care in detox and residential programs. You will administer medications, document patient information, and educate patients and families about substance use disorders and treatment processes.

The role requires an active Kansas LPN/RN license, BLS certification, and 1 year of related experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential in a high-paced setting with HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed LPN or RN in good standing with Kansas
• 1 year of related nursing experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients with SUD in detox and residential programs
• Administer medications and treatments per doctor's orders and protocols
• Maintain accurate patient documentation in EHR and medication logs
• Educate patients and families about SUD, medications, and what to expect during stay
• Perform weekly medication counts and observe patient behaviors to report to Residential Program Director
• Transport patients to hospital if medical assistance is required
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage and adhere to HIPAA and licensing standards

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Current LPN or RN license in good standing with the state of Kansas
• 1 year of related experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Reports To

Director of Residential Services

Required Qualifications

• Current LPN or RN license in good standing with the state of Kansas
• 1 year of related experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years' experience in a substance use disorder treatment facility

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with patients, employees and students
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Ability to use active listening skills and be empathetic
• Ability to operate medical equipment
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and privacy

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients with substance use disorders in detox and residential treatment programs. Responsibilities include managing and administering medications, educating both patients and their families about substance use disorders, and ensuring accurate and timely documentation of medication and patient information.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide direct nursing care to patients with SUD, including monitoring vital signs, assessment, planning and evaluation.
• Administer medications and treatments according to doctor's orders and established protocols, maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.
• Educate patients and their families about SUD, medication management and what to expect during their stay.
• Complete COWS/CIWAS on detox patients, provide monitoring and treatment per standing orders.
• Observe patient behaviors and report observations to Residential Program Director.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in electronic health records (EHR), including medication logs, controlled substance counts, and patient information.
• Provide general health education, HIV/AIDS education to patients and employees.
• Administer and document TB Skin testing for patients and employees.
• Count and accurately document patient medications upon patient admission.
• Perform weekly medication counts, document according to licensing standards.
• Inventory supplies and OTC medication and order prescribed medication for CKF stock supplies.
• Transport patients to hospital if medical assistance is required.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage including in-person visits.
• Comply with state, federal and clinical regulations, HIPAA Standards, and universal precautions.
• Comply with all CKF policies and procedures and related clinical licensure policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Based on an 8-hour day

• Sit – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Stand – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Lift/Carry 0 to 100 lbs. – Occasionally .25 2.5 hrs daily
• Walk – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Drive – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Reach Above – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Bend/Stoop – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Use of hands – Pushing/Pulling – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Use of hands – Fine Manipulation – Occasionally .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
• Stress Level - High

PHI Access Level

Level 4 – This position will have regular access to patient medical information and limited access to employee medical information through administration of TB skin testing.

Work Environment

Office environment with moderate noise level.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits with partial employer paid contributions for health insurance and up to 4% contributions for retirement plans.

FLSA Classification

Salary Exempt (RN); Hourly Non-Exempt (LPN)

Department

Residential

Schedule

M-F; 6am - 2pm or 1pm - 9pm; 40 hours or PRN

Location / Category

On site; Salina - Main