Visions Adolescent Treatment Center, which offers a comprehensive clinically-based treatment option for adolescents and their families is seeking a skilled and qualified Registered Nurse who is interested in making a difference and making a positive impact on the lives of our clients. This is an excellent position for a nurse who has a strong medical background along with knowledge and skills important in behavioral health.
The Ideal Candidate:
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Provides knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, and healthcare/clinical team. Consistently provides safe, therapeutic care in a systematic way. Incorporates differences into the provision of care. Conducts all patient care in a patient and family-centered manner. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum, to include patient and family education.
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Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. Uses an integrated approach toward patient outcomes.
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Serves as an empowering body to influence patient empowerment, and successful outcomes of clinical quality, through relationships and access-based knowledge. Utilizes standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery.
Responsibilities and Duties
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Receiving and transcribing orders from physicians
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Constant communication with the clinical team regarding client needs and/or significant changes
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Documentation using electronic medical records system
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Continuous monitoring/assessment of clients' vital signs, mental status, reaction to medications, etc.
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Medication monitoring including counting and observation of administration
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Perform UA drug screenings
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Take clients to doctor appointments as necessary
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Attend required staff meetings
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Other duties and tasks as assigned
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
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401(k)
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401(k) matching
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Dental insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
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Addiction Medicine
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Psychiatry
Physical Setting:
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Inpatient
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JCAHO accredited facility
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
- Registered Nursing License (RN) is required.
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Industry experience preferred. Willing to train the right candidate.
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Ability to provide visual and auditory supervision of clients.
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Ability to maintain professional boundaries with all clients and staff
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Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
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Stays calm and emotionally available in an environment serving emotionally disturbed youth.
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Demonstrates group leadership and organizational skills.
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High degree of clinical knowledge and competence.
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Completion of Background Check, including criminal history and fingerprinting.
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Competent in maintaining client confidentiality at all times.
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Maintain current CPI and CPR certification.
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Valid driver’s license, and MVR clearance.
