RN - Admissions - Recovery | Wooded Glen Recovery Center | Henryville, Indiana
About the Job:
The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to patients. Supervising care treatment and services of patient care provided by LPNs, CNAs and other staff on assigned unit and shift. Developing, implementing, and evaluating an individual plan of care for each client. Assessment and re-assessment of patients. Communicating appropriate information with the interdisciplinary team. Reporting client concerns and changes in condition to supervisor and/or physician in a timely manner.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Why join the Wooded Glen team?
Make A Meaningful Impact
- Be a part of a team that directly contributes to changing lives and helping individuals reclaim their future.
Growth & Development
- Our commitment to your professional growth is reflected in our provision of FREE and accessible continuing education courses, ongoing training programs and workshops to enhance your professional skills
- Opportunities for career advancement within the organization
Collaborative Culture
- Work in an environment that fosters teamwork, inclusivity, and open communication
- Team building activities and events to strengthen relationships
Health and Wellness Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Competitive Compensation
- Competitive salaries to reward your dedication and hard work
- FREE Employee discount programs, FlexPay program (your paycheck funds when you need them) and employee assistance programs (legal, financial, etc)
- Toll reimbursement program for Kentucky residents!
Diversity and Inclusion
- A commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected
- Beautiful, scenic setting on 500+ acres
Employee Recognition
- Regular employee recognition events to celebrate achievements and milestones.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric/addiction recovery environment preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience with psychotropic medications and medication administration procedures.
- Ability to apply nursing standards and practice within recovery setting.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Valid current RN license from the state or from a compact state, where applicable.
- CPR certification and de-escalation training required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides and coordinates care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of client, develops and implements nursing care plans, maintains medical records and educates clients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions while ensuring client safety at all times.
- Assesses client’s status on an ongoing basis and pertinent information gathered is documented.
- Ensures nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs and initial treatment plan is completed upon admission.
- Takes physician’s orders (verbal or via telephone) accurately and documents appropriately; transcribes and reviews physician’s orders. Ensures physician’s orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
- Accurately administers medications per ordered note and documents accurate count of controlled substance. Adjusts medications under provider’s supervision as needed; monitors lab results to validate medication compliance.
- Notifies physician of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency or change in medical status regarding response to medications, etc.
- Supervises self-administration of medications using safety initiative of using two means of client identification: documents and reports effects of scheduled and PRN medications.
- Maintains accountability of administration, recording, control and security of medications, including narcotics.
- Completes admission and discharge processes efficiently and accurately as directed.
- Confers regularly with treatment team (e.g., nurses, therapists, program managers, physician) regarding client care. Attends and participates in the unit activities such as therapy groups, family meetings as appropriate, staffing, unit meetings, etc.
- Provides education/explanation to clients, families, and co-workers regarding medication usage/maintenance, common side effects, client's rights, as well as other topics necessary for optimal client care.
- Monitors client acuity, census, staffing needs, and makes arrangements for coverage as needed, following established guidelines.
- Assures thorough, accurate documentation is completed for all clients on each shift and client assignment sheets are completed daily and tasks are carried out as assigned.
- Gives thorough report to oncoming staff, supervisors, and physician.
- Provides coverage in emergency services as needed.
We seek talented, qualified employees regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
**Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.
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Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Why Wooded Glen Recovery Center?Wooded Glen Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Wooded Glen Recovery Center is an EOE.
Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.
