RN Per Diem
Bryan Health

IC Intervention RN

Bryan Health Lincoln, NE, US

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

 

Acts as a liaison between the Independence Center, Lincoln hospitals, medical personnel and other health-related agencies in the evaluation and referral of clients with substance use issues. Evaluates clients for the most appropriate services and referral, informs and teaches medical personnel options and factors involved in dealing with the clients experiencing substance use issues. Works in a supportive capacity with other Independence Center staff including administering nursing care when appropriate. 

 

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

 

  1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.  

  1. *Screens newly admitted patients and 2359 patients per physician orders to detect any possible problems relating to chemical dependency and to intervene with these clients where possible and appropriate; evaluates patient’s need for treatment and documents the appropriate referral. 

  1. Promotes good public relations between the Independence Center and other medical treatment facilities and personnel throughout Lincoln. 

  1. *Follows Independence Center clients who are admitted to Bryan Medical Center for detoxification from alcohol and/or other drugs to facilitate their admission or return to the Independence Center; accompanies patients moving from Bryan or Independence Center to another treatment facility as needed. 

  1. *Serves as a liaison with the Bryan nursing staff and physicians to determine the appropriateness of referrals to Independence Center, coordinates admissions with Independence Center staff. 

  1. *Serves as liaison with Mental Health Units; provides information regarding treatment option approaches for patient’s presenting with co-occurring disorders. 

  1. *Consults with and provides information regarding substance use to Bryan Medical Center staff, other community health care facilities and the public. 

  1. *Serves as an expert resource person to the staff and physicians of the Emergency Rooms of Lincoln hospitals to determine the appropriateness of referrals for clients with substance use issues. 

  1. *Works with local physicians to make alcohol/other drug-related diagnoses and referrals. 

  1. Assists with nursing admissions to the Independence Center and administers nursing care to Independence Center clients in a support capacity. 

  1. Presents lectures related to the health issues of chemical dependency to student nurses; provides individual educational sessions, as necessary. 

  1. *Works with managed care reviewers; provides information necessary to clinically pre-certify clients. 

  1. Responds to calls requesting information about substance use issues and treatment. 

  1. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. 

  1. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned. 

  1. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.  

 (Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*.” Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed. 

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

 

  1. Maintains clinical competency as required for the unit including but not limited to age-specific competencies relative to patient’s growth and developmental needs, annual skill competency verification and mandatory education and competencies. 

  1. Knowledge of community alcohol- and drug-related programs and personnel. 

  1. Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations related to mental health and nursing applications. 

  1. Knowledge of the disease process and client care in the field of substance use. 

  1. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. 

  1. Ability to assess the needs of clients involved in alcohol and drug misuse. 

  1. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with local community agencies, physicians, hospital personnel, diverse patient populations and the public. 

  1. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

  1. Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes. 

  1. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff. 

  1. Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills. 

  1. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information. 

  1. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision. 

  1. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

 

Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Nursing certification in chemical dependency preferred. Minimum of one (1) year clinical experience working with chemically dependent persons required.  

 

If prior or current history of alcohol and drug dependency, must provide evidence of sobriety for a minimum of 12 months prior to employment. 

 

 

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS: 

 

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.  

 

Valid State of Nebraska driver’s license required. Verification and maintenance of responsible driving record per facility standards required. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.) 

 

(DOT) – Characterized as sedentary work requiring exertion up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 

 

 

 

 

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