Description

Summary of Position:
Performs nursing functions to support and enhance the medical role in the treatment of consumers for detoxification
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Provide nursing assessment of clients requiring detoxification, document findings and consult with the Nurse Practitioner and/or Medical Director.
Assure that all medications and medical treatments are provided as ordered by the Nurse Practitioner and/or Medical Director Nurse Practitioner and/or Medical Director
Verifies client prescriptions as ordered by clients physician, in order to provide for continuity of care when scheduling clients to see the Nurse Practitioner and/or Medical Director.
Responsible for coordination and administration of medications.
Serves as a member of the treatment team, providing medical information to the aftercare planning process.
Record and conduct all prescribed medical interventions.
Provide first aid and emergency services, as required.
Refer consumer to appropriate emergency facilities when emergency care exceeds the capabilities of the detoxification center.
Coordinate medical services with community resources, as indicated by the treatment and aftercare plans.
Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
Knowledge of medical complications of addiction and their treatment.
Knowledge of general medical/surgical procedures

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree
• Five years of experience in a clinical capacity
• Licensed in the State of Delaware and knowledge of medical and clinical requirements related to substance and behavioral healthcare.
• Computer competence and proficiency required

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NET is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon NET's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

About Us:

The Northeast Treatment Center founded in 1970 is one of the largest behavioral health and social service agencies is in the Philadelphia Region. Services are offered at 15 sites throughout Greater Philadelphia, the Lehigh Valley, and the state of Delaware.