POSITION SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse is a vital member of the System of Care.  The Registered Nurse is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of persons served/clients as they go through the rehabilitation process.

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

　　The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below, and specific functions may change from time to time.

　　Conducts nursing assessments and monitoring clients

　　Member of the Treatment Team

　　Handles the medication management, trains staff on medication dispensing.

　　Ensure Universal Precautions of the center

　　Facilitate health education groups,  including general health education and medication/drug interactions

　　Observe and assess clients for clinical signs and symptoms and follow prescribed course of treatment

　　Schedule all appointments with physicians and mental health providers

　　Inventory medications weekly (medication count)

　　Send medication refills to pharmacy as ordered by provider

　　Coordinate refills and new prescriptions with the staff physician

　　Log medications and maintain an accurate medication logbook

　　Maintain a medical first aid kit

　　Complete insurance charting

　　Communicate with Medical Director

　　On-call for residential center

　　Monitor persons served/client behavior during medication dispensing

　　Complete all medical notes same day of service

　　Complete nursing assessment within 24 hours of intake for persons served/clients

　　Participate in staff and state regulatory training as required

　　Adhere to program policies and procedures while maintaining a professional code of ethics

　　The Registered Nurse is expected to protect the privacy of all persons served/client information in accordance with Addiction Recovery Care, LLC/ Odyssey, Inc.’s privacy policies, procedures and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of professionalism as a healthcare provider.

　　Maintain a valid driver’s license

　　EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION:

　　Registered Nursing Degree

　　Valid Nursing License in Kentucky

　　Substance abuse experience preferred.

　　Appropriate State and Federal Clearances 

　　KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

　　Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system

　　Knowledge of community health resources that support life improvement in physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health, economic security, employment, positive social and family interdependence and positive cultural identity

　　Knowledge of airborne and bloodborne pathogens (TB, HIV, AIDS, HB) and risk reduction methodologies and the use of universal precautions.

　　Knowledge of the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual impact of alcohol and other drugs on the individual and family 

　　Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction

　　Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

　　Attention to detail and organization a must.

　　Ability to prioritize work- and work-related responsibilities.

　　Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail. 

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle crisis situations in a calm and supportive manner

　　Ability to exhibit professional and courteous behavior, consistent with the ARC mission statement, when interacting with persons of varying backgrounds and education levels to create a safe and healthy relationship with clients served 

　　WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT AND ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time

　　Ability to read detailed health records 

　　Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.

　　Ability to operate computer and other equipment in the office

　　Must have sufficient mobility to move around the office and the community

　　Addiction Recovery Care, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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