JOB TITLE:  REGISTERED NURSE- PART TIME

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE

CLASSIFICATION: NON- EXEMPT

COMPENSATION: $33.00- $35.00

POSTION SUMMARY:

Orders, dispenses and maintains inventory of Methadone and Suboxone.  Provides professional nursing care for Agency clientele that follows established standards and practices specific to out-patient substance abuse treatment. This position requires working 20-25 hours per week. The hours will be Monday-Friday 5:00am-9:00am with a Saturday rotation of 5:00am-9:00am.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ø  Sets up, administers, and accounts for Methadone or Suboxone skillfully and correctly, as ordered by the physician.

Ø  Establishes and sustains medical procedures which provide the best possible patient care, and medication control compatible with all relevant licensure and accreditation standards.

Ø  Implements accurately and promptly physician’s orders.

Ø  Keeps physician informed of patients’ needs and problems.

Ø  Serves as liaison between physician and other staff members regarding the medical treatment of patients.

Ø  Assists the physician with physical examinations, when necessary, providing the essential information to the physician.

Ø  Identifies and responds to high-risk events/behaviors that could jeopardize clients and/or staff.

Ø  Assures completion of all necessary documentation related to client health care issues, in a timely manner.

Ø  Maintains complete and accurate medical record-keeping procedures, which are in accordance with all relevant licensure and accreditation standards.

Ø  Obtains and maintains needed supplies and equipment.

Ø  Acts as patient advocate for all medical needs.

Ø  Monitors the environment of care and agency compliance with policies and procedures, as assigned.

Ø  Generates report documentation to funding sources as it applies.

Ø  Monitors patient involvement in treatment activities.

Ø  Participates in performance improvement efforts through Quality Improvement committee, as needed.

Ø  Ability to perform Quality Control standards.

Ø  Performs all job functions consistent with confidentiality regulations, ethical practices and agency policies and mission.

Ø  Performs all job functions in a professional manner.

Ø  Presents and maintains a professional image in dress, behavior, and work habits.

Ø  Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace that enhances and furthers the Mission, Vision and Values Statement. 

Ø  Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Ø  Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to provide patient care

Ø  Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations with a clear understanding of Agency Emergency Preparedness Plan

Ø  Ability to learn and implement Agency-specific practices and procedures

Ø  Ability to prepare and present patient educational opportunities

Ø  Observes confidentiality rules and respects rights of patients 

Ø  Demonstrates competency in evaluating opioid withdrawal signs and symptoms

Ø  Demonstrates competency in verbalizing understanding of chemical dependency as a primary illness and provide sincere interest in working with this patient population

Ø  Demonstrates competency in recognizing secondary illnesses that can develop from chemical dependency and making appropriate referrals for that medical care

Ø  Demonstrates competency in providing appropriate care and services to both adolescents and adults (No adolescents in opioid treatment).

Ø  Demonstrates competency in de-escalation process for volatile patients and visitors

Ø  Demonstrates competency in practicing therapeutic counseling methods, principals and practices

Ø  Basic computer skills.

Ø  Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.

Ø  Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff and the public

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. 

EXPERIENCE:

One year of professional nursing experience

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: 

Active/current Illinois RN or LPN license.  CPR certification.