- Must have a minimum Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree is preferable.
- Should possess a current, valid, and unrestricted Nursing 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 setting.
- 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: LIP; Program Director
Medical Registered Nurse - Louisville, United States - Isaiah House
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:
· Perform intake assessments 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 LIP 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.
· Assist in preparing medication boxes for clients.
· Assist in medication room procedures, i.e. providing med boxes, over-the-counter medications or evaluation of medical needs.
· 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 and first aid kits on the premises.
· Filing of medical papers for current and past clients.
· Schedule medical appointments after consulting with House Management and keep appointment tracker up-to-date.
· Prepare necessary information, outside medical visit forms, papers/IDs/insurance cards prior to clients' medical appointments.
· Request medical records from all 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 LIP for treatment direction.
· Any other tasks assigned by the Program Director, Medical Office Manager, or LIP.
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