Description

We are looking for a Licensed Vocational Nurse to care for our patients and facilitate their detox and recovery. You will also be responsible for educating them and their families on relapse prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines consistently. The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care
• Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to providers
• Collaborate with medical director, and NPs to devise individualized care plans for patients
• Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
• Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
• Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)
• Provide instant medical care in emergencies
• Supervise and train BHT staff
• Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients
• Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.

Requirements

• Valid nursing license
• Experience working in detox and substance abuse preferred
• Basic knowledge of Kipu EMR
• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of emergency care
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible and compassionate
• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Patient with excellent problem-solving skills