Floor Nurse (RN) - Hickory Recovery at Lawrence 

Direct Report to CNO

Primary Purpose and Function:

The RN will be responsible for the healthcare of both female and male patients, performing comprehensive physical health assessments on all and formulating a plan of care that includes physician orders, medications, education, and treatments. The RN/LPN must be able to perform all duties independently and use safe practice standards according to the Nurse Practice Act.

Minimum Qualifications:

• RN must have completed a nursing degree from and accredited school of Nursing
• At least 2 years prior experience as an RN preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience
• Certified BLS provider.
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Computer proficiency, including Excel, Word, Publisher, and EMR required
• An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person
• Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with patients and demonstrate sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide patient-driven customer service, and exercise time management skills
• Schedule flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED
• Must hold valid driver's license with reliable transportation

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs initial admission assessments, verifies medications brought into the treatment center, and obtains orders for all patients.
• Maintains all medications in a safe and secure manner as per facility policies and is responsible for maintaining narcotic count
• Timely and complete medical record documentation
• Develops and implements nursing care plan
• Adheres to training and development standards set forth by Hickory, Joint Commission, and State Regulations
• Upholds familiarity with State and Federal laws and regulations

Pay Band: Full Time- RN: $33-$41/hr

As this is not an all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned as required by Patient and Facility needs.