Part-time - LPN or RN - Aliquippa, United States - Gateway Rehab

Description

Job Type Part-timeDescriptionGateway Rehab has a unique opportunity for a pat-time RN or LPN located in our Aliquippa (Center Twp, PA) residential facility


Responsibilities:
Implements assessment and nursing care in accordance with program procedures established by the Medical Director and Director of Nursing. Effectively contributes to the throughput efficiency of the facility and executes decisive and timely assessments and dispositions.

Oversees all aspects of the detox and rehab patient admission process, including:
Pre-screening of new patients for appropriateness for admission Obtains physical assessment data and health history.

Executes medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by the Medical Director and Director of Nursing.

Records patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policy and procedure.

Provides screening for TB and contagious disease.

Provides screening for acute medical complaints, e.g., intoxication, abscesses, change in mental status, etc., making referrals to Emergency Department when necessary.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
Must be skilled and physically able to perform medical necessary intervention when needed.

Requirements LPN licensure CPR certified Preferred Requirements: 2 years nursing experienceCritical Care experienceAdditional RequirementsPass PA Criminal Background CheckObtain Child Abuse and FBI ClearancesPass Drug TB Test Valid driver's license with favorable driving record.

CPR certification.


Flexibility regarding work scheduleWork Conditions:
On-site at various Gateway locationsAble to lift upwards of 20 lbs.
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