Substance Abuse Nurse (RN)
Job description
Recognizing that nursing care is one portion of health care, the Registered Nurse is expected to interact with staff, physicians, and other departments in a collegial relationship to meet patient needs.
Graduation from an NLN-accredited school of professional nursing.- Current Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Registered Nurse licensure.
- A minimum of one year of professional nursing experience required; previous detoxification/rehabilitation experience preferred.
- Baccalaureate degree desirable.
- Successful completion of orientation and required certifications (IV and BLS certifications)
- Addictions nursing certification desirable.
- Meets or exceeds performance standards within the probationary period.
ADA Requirements & Working Conditions
Must be able to speak and hear sufficient enough to communicate effectively by phone and or in person at normal volumes. Manual dexterity is required to take notes and simultaneously document pertinent information. Vision should be adequate enough to allow for focus adjustment to read charts, computer screen, forms, etc. Significant time may be spent on the computer entering information which requires attention to detail and accuracy. Will be required to sit in an office or treatment room setting; to stand, walk and have close contact with others. Lifting, maneuvering and transporting of materials will be required from time to time. May be required to participate in physical restraints.
Since the holistic approach to the patient is practiced, the Nursing staff is expected to be challenged in the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual dimensions for which they must be prepared. The incumbent will deal with a wide variety of people on various issues and will be placed under significant deadlines associated with this position. The work is performed in client areas, with direct patient contact therefore, there exists a potential for exposure to environmental hazards and contagious diseases. Knowledge of hospital health, infection control, ethics, safety policies and contagious diseases is essential. The mental stress can be demanding. Flexible scheduling may be necessary from time to time.
We are an equal opportunity employer
EOE/M/F/D/V
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