Behavioral Health - Methadone RN

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager and/or his or her designee, the nurse – RN contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for the assigned patients in the Opioid Treatment Center.  The nurse – RN is guided by a thorough knowledge of nursing theory, principles, and standards of quality care, with ability to coordinate patients’ medical care as top priorities.  The nurse – RN is responsible for the safe and efficient dispensing of Methadone and Buprenorphine medication to patients in compliance with FDA, DEA regulations and departmental policies and procedures.  The nurse – RN is responsible for collecting urine specimens in accordance with regulatory and departmental policy.  Responsible for assisting physicians, PAs and/or NPs in the evaluation of and attention to the medical needs of the patient including assisting with physicals, following up with all medical orders and referrals, taking vitals, placing PPDs, immunizations, completing bloodwork as needed, preparing and administering EKG, scheduling appointments for annual physicals, medication orders, laboratory orders, follow-ups, etc.  The nurse – RN is responsible for documenting all care provided accurately and in a timely manner.  The nurse – RN functions as a role model/preceptor for orientees, as assigned and also may perform other related duties as assigned. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• At least one (1) year experience working as an RN in a substance abuse treatment setting
• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders required
• Additional language fluency is preferred
• Computer literacy required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Working Conditions: Hours are varied as dictated by staffing and programmatic needs and weekend coverage is required.  May be required to work under stressful conditions with possible exposure to uncooperative patients who may at times be abusive, loud, and/or assaultive as well as having communicative and/or terminal diseases.

Physical Demands: Sitting and standing for long periods of time, bending, lifting and pushing may be required; mobility within the department is expected.  Extended periods working with computers and extensive writing.

CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE:

• Current Registration in New York State as an RN
• AHA BLS

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school required
• Undergraduate/Bachelor's required
• Higher Education/ Master's preferred

Schedule:

Either 5am-1:30pm or 6am-2:30pm