Medical Registered Nurse

Description

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:

• Perform intake assessments and assign treatment plans per protocol.
• Evaluate new clients as needed for medical problems or treatment needs.
• Perform ongoing evaluation and implementation of treatment plans during initial detoxification period.
• Communicate with the LIP regarding client needs and adjustments in the treatment plan.
• Perform education and support activities with clients regarding medical problems or health maintenance.
• Participate in policy/procedural development and implementation.
• Assist in preparing medication boxes for clients.
• Assist in medication room procedures, i.e. providing med boxes, over-the-counter medications or evaluation of medical needs.
• Be well versed in all rules, policies, and procedures and successfully completes relevant competencies.
• Ensure that Medical Rooms are clean and stocked.
• Ensure that first aid supplies are available and stocked in all med rooms and first aid kits on the premises.
• Filing of medical papers for current and past clients.
• Schedule medical appointments after consulting with House Management and keep appointment tracker up-to-date.
• Prepare necessary information, outside medical visit forms, papers/IDs/insurance cards prior to clients’ medical appointments.
• Request medical records from all appointments with an outside provider through appropriate personnel.
• Performance of daily tasks and monthly audits as related to treatment room policies for such.
• Monitoring of those who are complaining of illness- vital signs, symptoms and reporting to the LIP for treatment direction.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Program Director, Medical Office Manager, or LIP.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree is preferable.
• Should possess a current, valid, and unrestricted Nursing license in the State of Kentucky.
• No minimum experience required.
• Prefer knowledge of recovery, mental health and other co-occurring disorders and experience in working with addiction in a residential and / or intensive outpatient setting.
• Prefer Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, fluid and stressful environment.
• Possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license.
• Reports to: LIP; Program Director