Description

Now offering $15,000 hiring bonus for full-time new hires!Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.What are we looking for in a Nurse?This RN position supports our mobile MAT services, a new program which will help us increase access to evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorders to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. When the mobile MAT unit begins providing services in March 2024, our focus will be on providing medication assisted treatment daily to clients incarcerated at the Yakima County Justice Center, with plans to expand mobile MAT services to other hard-to-access populations throughout the greater Yakima community. Working from the mobile unit, the RN administers medications to clients, provides education about prescriptions and general health needs, and monitors for intended effects and possible adverse reactions. This position requires a Nurse who supports the evidence-based model of medication-assisted treatment and is committed to providing exceptional care to individuals experiencing significant challenges. Excellent communication and care coordination skills are essential in this role. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with a day shift schedule expected.Nursing duties may include:

• administering medications (including injections) and monitoring clients’ symptoms & response to medication
• utilizing electronic dispensing software for medication administration
• counseling clients about medications and treatment
• completing nursing assessments and monitoring for symptoms of dyskinesia, sedation, or intoxication prior to administering any medication
• reviewing all new prescriptions for contraindications and coordinating care with other healthcare providers as needed to ensure safe treatment
• monitoring supply levels of methadone, suboxone, and dispensing supplies; completing daily inventory; and following protocol for receiving shipments
• assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
• completing all clinical documentation in timely and client-centered manner

Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing
• Registered Nurse license in Washington State

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

• Hiring bonus of $15,000 for new, full-time employees with one-year commitment
• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Site eligibility for federal Nurse Corps student loan repayment programs
• Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance 
• Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education
• Site eligibility for some federal & state programs for student loan forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department offers accommodations and assistance for the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.