Registered Nurse (RN)
The Judge Group Inc.

Location: Harrodsburg, KY
Salary: Depends on Experience
Description:
Our client is currently seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join their team based out of Harrodsburg, KY. For immediate consideration, please send updated resume to Josh Nachman at jnachman@judge.com. Thank you, and I look forward to connecting!

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing basic medical attention to clients at Isaiah House and assessing their wellbeing as part of a larger medical team. Duties include checking vital signs, recording a patient's medical history, assisting patients with the health of clients, and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•Must have a minimum Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree is preferable.

•Should possess a current, valid, and unrestricted 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 milieu.

•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: Medical office Supervisor, Nurse Manager, APRNs, and VP of Clinical Operations

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:

•Perform new client medical evaluations 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 providers 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.

•Ordering medications on behalf of providers.

•Assist in self-administration of medications.

•Assist in medical room procedures.

•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.

•Filing of medical papers for current and past clients.

•Schedule medical, dental, and specialty appointments after consulting with Logistics.

•Prepare necessary information prior to client's medical appointments.

•Request medical records from 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 provider for treatment direction.

•Complete ASAMs in conjunction with therapists.

•Notify emergency contacts in the event of emergency situations and document communication.

•Track and keep up with medication ordering for clients on MAT.

•Prepare necessary paperwork for specialty medications from specialty pharmacies.

•Take calls from family members of clients.

•Collaborate with therapists on client's treatment.

•Administer specialty injections that must be given by healthcare personnel.

•Ensure proper documentation in EHR.

•Perform chart audits.

•Ability to determine if a medical emergency exists and to take appropriate action, when necessary.

•Knowledge of emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose.

•Maintain a positive, professional attitude towards clients, staff, volunteers, and students.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Maintain CPR certification.
Maintain state licensure.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs):

•Report issues to Medical office Supervisor, Nurse Manager, and APRNs.

•Read and respond to emails, teams, and texts timely.

•Be present and prepared for assigned meetings.

•Proactively contribute to a positive team culture.

•Take an active role in carrying out appropriate policies and procedures.

•Demonstrate company Core values (Compassion, Humility, Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, and Team-Oriented)

•Perform medical assessments within 24-hour timeframe

•Perform chart audits set forth by policy.

Contact: jnachman@judge.com

This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com

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