$5K Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Hires & $2,500 for Part-Time!

The Staff Nurse, RN or LPN will have knowledge and understanding of substance abuse and mental health illness and the capability to provide treatment consistent with standards of professional care. This position requires the physical ability to perform emergency treatment, e.g. CPR, assisting patients with routine care, etc. The RN or LPN will conduct a medical assessment, intake screening exams, and have the capability to implement physician’s standing orders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform pre-admission screenings (telephone and on-site), for patients requesting admission.

Maintain patient charts, including nurse’s notes and med sheets, physician order forms, assessments and other essential documentation in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner.

Perform physical assessments on patients admitted to a Gosnold facility in accordance with standards.

Monitor drug and alcohol withdrawal to prevent development of medical complications and administer medications in accordance with physician orders.

Evaluate and document identified medical problems and report them in a timely manner to the Medical Director or the on-call staff physician.

Adhere to Universal Precautions for Infection Control and to proper procedure for disposal of sharps.

Maintain nurse’s station neat, free of hazard, and consistent with health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Participate in case reviews and in-service training programs.

Maintain awareness and working knowledge of all Gosnold procedures relevant to this position.

Adhere to the Professional Staff Code of Ethics.

Conduct patient education sessions on issues of addiction, health maintenance, and related recovery topics.

 MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Education: 

Certificate, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

Experience: 

One year of experience in nursing is preferred. 

New nursing grads are also encouraged to apply -- we will train!

Skills: 

Must be able to express self adequately in writing and orally.

Ability to implement physician’s standing orders.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Current licensure as an RN or LPN in Massachusetts.

Current CPR certification or the ability to be certified within three (3) months of hire.

 BENEFITS (based on full-time employment):

Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts 

Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time

403b retirement savings plan with employer match 

Personal financial management services

Life and supplemental life insurance

Critical illness and accident insurance 

Family First caregiver benefit

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Tuition assistance

Payroll deductions for home and automobile insurance 

 Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

COVID-19 Statement:

In accordance with CDC guidelines, Gosnold maintains strict standards when it comes to protecting our staff, patients, and residents, and offers a variety of personal protective equipment to ensure a safe and stress-free workplace.