What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse position at SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEMS INC?
Location: Lowell, MA - Outpatient Treatment Program. While the role will be based in Lowell, this is a brand-new program that is expected to open in April/May. The anticipated start date for the position is early March, and while we await the Lowell site opening, training will take place at one of our other locations in Saugus or Waltham before transitioning to Lowell once the program opens
Schedule: 40 hours a week. 5:00am-1:30pm. Flexible days; clinic is open Monday-Saturday
Pay rate: $35.00/hour (LPN), $38.00/hour (RN). $3.00/hour weekend differential
Benefits:
- Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances
- Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs
- Generous paid time off accrual
- Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options
- 401k with company match up to 7%!
- Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide
The Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse is responsible for:
- Administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.
- The control, counting and appropriate documentation of onsite medication.
- Educating clients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medication assisted treatment.
- Verifying medication orders with the physician and transcribes physician’s orders.
- Assisting in the admission process and documents substance use diagnosis as required.
Qualifications:
- Must be a MA Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
- Must have a current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
- Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.
- Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary, culturally diverse setting with clients, families, staff and regulatory agencies.
- Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred.
Salary : $37 - $38