Registered Nurse - New York, United States - Mitchell Martin

Description

Our client, a reputable organization that drives solution to transform the lives of people with disabilities, people in poverty and people suffering from substance abuse/addition, has an immediate need for a Registered Nurse - Homeless Services


Position Type:
HC Contract


Schedule:
Can do 5x8 or 4x10 shift M-F


Location:
Manhattan


Job Description:

The Registered Nurse will meet with staff to coordinate shelter residents to receive ongoing treatment in the community, supervise LPN, Patient Navigator, and Health Educator, assist Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner as needed.

He/she will Administer medications and document administration as required.

Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature and weight.

Assist with diabetes medication and treatment and take medical histories and enter information in computer systems.

The RN will coordinate with Case Manager, Senior Case Manager and Director of Social Services to ensure proper care, nutrition and treatment plans are followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES &


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete medical assessments and Communicable Disease Risk Assessments within mandated time frames
• Coordinate delivery and reception of medications with pharmacy
• Electronic Health Record data entry and maintenance
• Track all medications received and administered as well as coordinate return of unused medications to pharmacy
• Observe self-administration of medications for detoxification according to established protocols
• Refer for required medical services
• Carry out urine screenings in accordance with program policy
• Provide education and consultation to individual clients and/or groups on their health needs
• Assess clients' medical record and coordinate medical care with medical director and/or outside clinics
• Assure clients' compliance with prescribe medical regimen
• Complete timely and accurate documentation on medical services rendered
• Keep supervisor informed of all relevant information regarding the residents and the program
• Other duties as requested by supervi

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• NYS RN license
• Knowledge of chemical dependency as a primary diagnosis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Assessment and case management experience required
• Ability to provide crisis intervention utilizing good interpersonal skills with a high level of maturity and responsibility

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of human services
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking preferred

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