Registered Nurse SUD/Psych - Part Time

We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

 

Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (RN). Must have good standing license (RN) valid in the state in which clinical will practice. Must also possess current CPR Certification.

 

RN 1: May be recent graduate of approved nursing school with up to one (1) year experience.
RN 2: Two (2) to five (5) years nursing experience, with one (1) year in addictions, mental health, or related specialty.
RN 3: Five (5) or more years nursing experience, with two (2) years in addictions, mental health, or related specialty

 

Your responsibilities in this role may include:

* Perform initial nursing assessment for clients within 24 hours of admission in accordance with established program policies and state regulation.
* Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure complete physical examinations, as well as required additional health screenings and supplemental tests.
* Administer medications, as well supervise the self-administered medications, where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
* Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
* Counsel clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management etc.
* Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety, adequate care, and provider compliance for payment.
* Ensure proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
* Assist in the facilitation of special events, including, but not limited to: staff training, staff retreat, workshops and facility events.
* Implement health seminars, including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
* Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed.
* Implement and assure adherence to infection control policies and practices.
* Provide education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance.
* Maintain RN license with good standing.
* Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or designee.

Working Conditions:
* Required to work weekends at least once a month including one off shift per week to ensure to ensure program coverage.
* May be required to work shifts outside of assigned shifts during critical staffing shortages.
* The minimum holiday requirement is 1 major summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, or Labor Day) and 1 major winter Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day (night shift: New Year's Eve). Other Holidays will be rotated amongst all staff.
* This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather
* For Gaudenzia sites with multiple programs, you may be required to work in any of the programs based on staffing needs

- PRN positions - 3 shifts per month are required.

 

What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits  - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

For additional details regarding our benefits, please visit: https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/

 

Our Operating Principles: We, as members of the Gaudenzia Team, are committed to these principles. They guide the way we perform Gaudenzia business, every day.

• We hold client care as our top priority.
• We assume good intentions.
• We are present, we connect, & we communicate with transparency, dignity, and respect.
• We make data-driven decisions with courage, challenge the status quo, find innovative ways to grow Gaudenzia & each other.
• We support each other publicly & privately in all circumstances.
• We provide & accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback with an open mind & without personalization.
• We operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, & have a bias for action.