Nursing Jobs in Burrillville, RI

LPN

Stillwater Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Community Smithfield, RI

Seeking LPN to be a part of our team in our beautiful Assisted Living community. Part-time and per diem positions available, flexible hours. The LPN will be an essential support person in our nursing department assisting with the daily management of the residents’ nursing needs and oversight of direct care staff. Must be able to multi-task, have a team oriented focus and experience providing care to individuals with dementia and their families. EEOC. Job Type: Full-time or Part-Time Requirements: Valid LPN license in RI CPR Certified Healthcare: 1 year (Preferred) Long-Term care:and/or assisted living care experience 1 year (Preferred) Benefits offered: Paid time off Health insurance Dental insurance Other types of insurance Retirement benefits or accounts

CNA

Part-time

3 months ago

Certified Nursing Assistant

Stillwater Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Community Smithfield, RI

We are looking for a skilled CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) to become a part of our facility's compassionate care-giving team in our Assisted Living community. We have part-time positions availabe for 7-3pm and 11p-7am which includes every other weekend The CNA will interact directly with fesidents, providing comfort and care, monitoring their vital signs and assisting with daily living needs. We are searching for dedicated, compassionate and energetic individuals to be a vital link between our residents and the nurses and other facility staff. Competitive rates and benefit package. Facility also offers flexible scheduling options.

RN

Other

3 months ago

Temporary to Hire Prior Authorization RN - Hybrid Remote

Fallon Health Worcester, MA

Overview This is 3 months temporary contract position for a Prior Authorization RN. About us: Fallon Health is a company that cares. We prioritize our members—always—making sure they get the care they need and deserve. Founded in 1977 in Worcester, Massachusetts, Fallon Health delivers equitable, high-quality, coordinated care and is continually rated among the nation’s top health plans for member experience, service, and clinical quality. We believe our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and unique capabilities allow us to better serve our members. We embrace and encourage differences in age, race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, physical and mental ability, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and other characteristics that make people unique. Today, guided by our mission of improving health and inspiring hope, we strive to be the leading provider of government-sponsored health insurance programs—including Medicare, Medicaid, and PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)— in the region. Learn more at fallonhealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Brief summary of purpose: The PA Nurse uses a multidisciplinary approach to review service requests (prior-authorizations), focusing on selected complex medical and psychosocial needs of FH members and their families. The PA Nurse is responsible for assuring the receipt of high quality, cost efficient medical outcomes for enrollees. This role works with Medical Directors, Authorization Coordinators, and Service Coordinators to perform pre-service, concurrent, and retrospective reviews for outpatient services such as elective procedures, home health care, DME, nutrition, and genetic testing utilizing established state, federal, and internally developed benefit and clinical coverage criteria against FH polices and protocols. Medical necessity determinations are reviewed with the holistic picture of the member in mind, which requires exceptional attention to detail, proficiency in applying correct criteria, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Responsibilities Primary Job Responsibilities: • Obtain clinical, functional, and psychosocial information from the medical records on site, through remote electronic access, telephonically or by fax in a collaborative effort with other health care professionals, member and/or family• Refers cases to medical review according to policy and procedure• Documents clinical, functional, psychosocial information in the Core System as well as communications regarding the members’ care• Keeps records and submits reports as assigned by the Manager• Refers high-risk cases to the appropriate FH internal teams (ie: Outpatient Case Management, NaviCare, ACO) and/or other community services according to department protocol• Collaborates with attending physicians and health care professionals regarding appropriate utilization of medical services• Completes level of care/service request reviews strictly adhering to regulatory turnaround time guidelines such as, but not limited to, CMS, NCQA, and the DOI• Identifies utilization issues unique to their team assignment and identifies strategies to address/resolve these issues• Issues regulatory and other letters according to the department policies and procedures. • Electronic copies of all denial letters and related documents are kept in the Fallon Health core application and/or the organization’s security accessed drive(s)• Acts as a liaison between Providers, vendors, facilities, members/families, and Fallon Health internal departments. Clarifies policies/procedures and member benefits as needed. Authorizes services, coordinates care, and ensures timeliness and coordination of healthcare services, in compliance with department and regulatory standards, seeking supplemental services when appropriate or when needed• Works with Fallon Health providers/support staff and/or members to facilitate cost-effective, quality care• Requests and obtains relevant clinical information from medical care providers as needed for the clinical review process• Conducts pre-authorization and concurrent clinical reviews requests for services such as DME, elective procedures, Home Health Care, Out of network specialty care, transportation and genetics, against appropriate criteria/guidelines to determine medical necessity, benefit eligibility, and network contract status • Refers all cases that do not meet medical necessity, benefit eligibility, and network contract status criteria to a physician reviewer for consideration, ensuring the timely review of the referred case• Incrementally monitors the effectiveness of established plans of care with defined, measurable goals and objectives and cost-benefit documentation as applicable and modifies the care plan when applicable.• Streamlines the focus of the member’s healthcare needs utilizing the most optimal treatment approach, promoting timely provision of care, enhancing quality of life, and promoting cost-effectiveness of care.• Analyzes and applies CMS always INPT and SDS CPT codes during PA clinical reviews when a surgical procedure is requested as IP LOC• Collaborates with Fallon Health departments to ensure services/items needed to facilitate discharge from a post-acute or hospital setting do not delay discharge• Collaborate with external providers on alternative coverage options when services requested do not meet medical necessity, benefit eligibility, and network contract status criteria• Creates contingency plans for each step of the process to anticipate treatment and service complications, while ensuring that the member attains pre-determined outcomes• Reviews physician reviewers’ determinations for appropriateness and completeness • Communicates determinations to providers and members telephonically and in writing, adhering to corporate/department Communicates determinations to providers and members telephonically and in writing,adhering to corporate/department policy and regulatory guidelines• Will check voicemail at regular intervals throughout the day and returns calls/messages within the same day of receipt• Strictly observes the Fallon Health policies regarding confidentiality of member information, documentation standards, meeting any education requirements, and performs other responsibilities as assigned by department management team• Participates in weekly medical rounds with the leadership team, Medical Directors, and various Fallon Health departments to discuss patient issues and/or concerns. Organizes and presents complex medical cases in a clear and concise oral and written manner• Ensures ad hoc contracts are in place for non-contracted services working in conjunction with FH Network Development team Qualifications Education Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Associate’s Degree, Bachelors Degree, or advanced degree in nursing required License/Certifications: Active and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts. Experience: • A minimum of three to five years clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting required. • 2 years’ experience as a Utilization Management/Prior Authorization nurse in a managed care payer preferred.• One year experience as a case manager in a payer or facility setting highly preferred.• Relevant experience may include but not be limited to experience working directly in the field of Home Health Care, Ambulatory Provider Setting, Rehabilitation Nursing Setting, Acute Hospital Setting.• Relevant experience may include, but not be limited to experience processing authorizations for services such as: Outpatient authorization requests such as: o Home Health Careo DMEo Ambulatory Procedureso Genetic Testingo Pharmacyo Nutritional supplies Inpatient authorization requests such as : o Acute Hospital Level of Careo Post-Acute level of care reviews (SNF, Acute Rehab, Long Term Acute Care Fallon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #P01

Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Part Time Evenings, 32-Hours, Behavioral Health Services

Day Kimball Health Putnam, CT

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Services Part Time Evening Shift 32-Hours job in Putnam, CT. Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Pharmacy Plan Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account Accident & Critical Illness Coverage 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution Vacation Time Sick Days Paid Holidays Education Reimbursement Pet Insurance Additional Benefits Registered Nurse (RN) Job Summary: As the Behavioral Health Services Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and for providing basic emergent, supportive, and restorative care through use of the nursing process. Our nursing model is relationship based, which allows for a stronger connection between the patient and caregiver, and a more individualized, appropriate type of care. You will also discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect, and—most importantly—a fulfilling career. Registered Nurse (RN) Job Responsibilities: Accountable for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients in our Psychiatric Inpatient Program. Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination. Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and laboratory examination, interprets findings, and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area. Educates and counsels in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses. Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record. Consults with physician per established Day Kimball Hospital policy. Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of intervention for patients. Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required. Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent is required; if not currently certified, must obtain within three (3) months of employment. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area. Current NVCIT (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training) certification or within 3 months of hire required. Registered Nurse (RN) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Trained and competent in responding to events where a patient is out of control or exhibiting inappropriate behavior; ability to de-escalate volatile situations. Demonstrated level of psychological and emotional tolerance and an even temperament in crisis situations. Knowledge in Psychiatric Nursing. Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions. Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice. Demonstrated compassionate customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues. Solid foundation in evaluating plans of care and reformulating as necessary. Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home. For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth. Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment. Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as a Behavioral Health Services Registered Nurse and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference! #RegisteredNurse #Nurse #RN #PIPRN #BHRN #BehavioralHealthNurse #PsychiatricInpatientRN

RN

Full-time

3 months ago

Adcare Hospital Registered Nurse (RN) - 7a-7:30p FT

American Addiction Centers Worcester, MA

Overview AdCare, a subsidiary of American Addiction Centers, Inc., is a for-profit substance abuse disorder treatment facility located at 107 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605. For over 45 years, AdCare has been helping individuals and families struggling with alcohol and drug use, one life at a time. The AdCare name represents innovation, quality, and cost efficiency in treating alcohol and drug dependency. We are committed to improving the lives of our patients and their families by providing safe, effective, recovery-based alcohol and drug treatment. Our addiction recovery center(s) provide a comprehensive approach to care. AdCare's integrated system of care offers a range of accessible treatment centers including a 114-bed inpatient hospital and several conveniently located outpatient sites located throughout the Massachusetts and Rhode Island areas. When you join AdCare, you become part of our family. AdCare seeks talented individuals who are passionate, empathetic, engaged in their work and dedicated to serving people. Together, we can enable our patients to live happier and healthier lives. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. Responsibilities Job Summary This position requires a thorough understanding of the facility’s treatment program and philosophy, admission process and criteria, support and administrative services, medical knowledge of substance abuse disorders, co-occurring psychiatric disorders, alcoholism, dual diagnosis. This individual is a member of the treatment team providing professional level of nursing care to patients under minimum supervision and consultation. This is a complex position which directs and guides activities on the unit and assignments of ancillary personnel assigned to unit and shift. Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Complete an accurate assessment of newly admitted patients; conduct fall risk and SBQR assessments and establish precautionary measures. Perform accurate assessments for safe detox using COWS & CIWAS. Calls the appropriate team member (i.e., on call provider) with all non-life threatening medical and medication issues to obtain guidance regarding his/her plan of action for the patient; documents in the EMR. Coordinates with the medical providers and other interdisciplinary team on the plan of care to provide the individual treatment needed. Ensures that care plans are kept current. Responds to medical and psychiatric concomitants in treatment and develops nursing interventions that are appropriate for the situation. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient to understand condition, medications, and self-care requirements, answers patient questions. Cross trains in medication administration in order to complete safe medication passes following standards of care per the Board of Nursing. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following philosophies and standards of care set by State Board of Nursing, and other governing agency regulations. Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies, including de-escalation techniques. Protects patients and employees by adhering to: infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance handling. Maintains continuity among teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Ensures compliance with Patient Privancy, HIPPA and Joint Commission Standards. Provides oversight to ensure face checks are completed based on hospital policy. Responds appropriately to all Code Calls. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications. Provides CEU documents for annual review. Follows the incident reporting policy and procedure in reporting any unsafe/unusual safety issues. Functions as a role model for nursing staff. Role models problem solving as the effective means of resolving conflict. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with staff, management, and other members of the health care team. Effectively prioritizes communication issues pertaining to all departments and provides collaborative intervention as necessary. Provides clinical direction to staff and evaluates the level of care provided by the nursing staff on assigned shifts; holds staff accountable for functioning in a reduced risk manner. Functions with an awareness of patient safety issues and applies basic principles of safety as identified within the facility. Mentors and assists with providing essential training to the new staff. Assists in the development of the discharge plan and review and educate patients of discharge plan care. At end of shift communicates to incoming RN pertinent data regarding patient activity or needs. Treats patients, and colleagues with dignity and respect; honors each person’r right to privacy/ maintains very strict patient and colleague confidentiality; respects all individuals’ differences; supports cultural diversity. Consistently arrives to work on time and adheres to attendance policies. Other duties, as needed. Qualifications Education/ Experience: Associates Degree in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) Required Knowledge of addiction and drug treatment preferred Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings Working knowledge of EMR Certifications and Licenses: Current RN License in in State of operations required CPR and First Aid Certified CARN encouraged Supervisory Responsibility: Experienced RNs will function as Charge Nurse. Physical Requirements AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws Prolonged sitting at a desk Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer. American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Telemetry

Prime Healthcare Woonsocket, RI

Overview NOW OFFERING A SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $20,000! At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Landmark Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team! Landmark Medical Center is a 214-bed acute care hospital in Woonsocket, RI. The hospital has been “A”rated for patient safety by The Leapfrog Group and has received numerous Healthgrades awards for patient safety excellence, heart care, and orthopedics. Originally known as the "Woonsocket Hospital," Landmark Medical Center has been serving the communities of northern Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts since 1873. Learn more at www.landmarkmedical.org. Responsibilities The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Medical/Surgical Unit. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients. He / She communicates with physician about changes in the patients clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Qualifications 1. Current and valid state RN License. 2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current. 3. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred. 4. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred. 5. Ventilator Management experience preferred. 6. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. #LI-DF3 Employment Status Part Time < 60 Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Part Time Days, 24-Hours, ICU and/or Telemetry

Day Kimball Health Putnam, CT

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intensive Care Unit Part Time Day Shift 24-Hours job in Putnam, CT. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000! Registered Nurse Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Pharmacy Plan Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account Accident & Critical Illness Coverage 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution Vacation Time Sick Days Paid Holidays Education Reimbursement Pet Insurance Additional Benefits Registered Nurse (RN) Job Summary: As the Registered Nurse (RN), you will be responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and for providing basic emergent, supportive, and restorative care through the use of our nursing process. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned responsibility. Registered Nurse (RN) Job Responsibilities: According to age and developmental level of the patient, systematically assesses the patient's physical, psycho-social, emotional, cultural, spiritual and discharge needs. Utilizes effective oral and written communication skills to include completeness and accuracy of documentation. Demonstrates accurate technical skill and operational knowledge of patient care equipment and procedure. Evaluates the plan of care and reformulates the goals as necessary. Develops and implements a plan of care for each patient. Recognizes unsafe and life-threatening situations and intervenes appropriately. Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Connecticut required. Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required. Current NVCIT (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training) certification or within 3 months of hire required. Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home. For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth. Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment. Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference! #RegisteredNurse #Nurse #RN #ICURN #ICUNurse #IntensiveCareUnitRN #IntensiveCareUnitNurse #IntensiveCareNurse #IntensiveCareRN

RN

Full-time

3 months ago

Adcare Hospital Registered Nurse (RN) 7a-7p FT

American Addiction Centers Worcester, MA

Overview Company Summary If you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. Responsibilities Job Summary This position requires a thorough understanding of the facility’s treatment program and philosophy, admission process and criteria, support and administrative services, medical knowledge of various aspects of substance abuse and dual diagnosis patient care. The Admissions Nurse (RN) is a member of the treatment team providing professional level of nursing care to patients under minimum supervision and consultation. Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Complete the nursing admissions process, including but not limited to: explaining services and related costs, and conducting telephonic/in person intake screenings to assess the client’s situation. Deliver the highest quality customer service standards of care and productivity for internal and external clients. Review admission referrals and coordinate with navigators to ensure proper placement. Triage all incoming clients for intended level of care. Call the appropriate team member (e.g. Medical Director) to provide all non-life threatening medical and medication concerns to obtain guidance regarding their plan of action for the client. (In the event of a life-threatening emergency, all staff members are authorized to contact emergency services by dialing 911). Identify client care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual clients and in partnership with other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to clients and families. Promote client's independence by establishing client care goals, teaching client to understand condition, medications and self-care requirements, and answering questions. Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against client care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse act, and other governing agency regulations. Maintain safe and clean working environment in compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel as needed. Protect clients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Document patient care services by charting in client and department records. Maintain interdepartmental continuity of care by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintain client confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential. Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications. Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care team by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem solving methods. Follow incident reporting policy and procedure, reporting any potential safety issues in a timely fashion. Demonstrate skills of delegation, organization and coordination of assigned services, delegating responsibilities to designated staff as appropriate. Function as a role model for nursing staff. Provides pertinent communication to the Director of Nursing regarding levels of staff performance. Effectively prioritize communication issues pertaining to all departments and provide collaborative intervention as needed. Exercise good judgment and discretion in deviating from policy in circumstances where strict adherence would pose a risk to the patient, visitor, staff or facility. Participates in Performance Improvement data collection, analysis, reporting and staff education. Assist in providing essential training to the new staff. Coordinate with providers and nurses regarding the plan of care to provide the individual treatment needed. Regular and consistent attendance is required. Other duties as assigned within scope of the position. Qualifications Education/Experience: Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Knowledge of mental health, addiction, and addiction treatment preferred. Detail oriented and able to work in a fast paced environment. Able to handle confidential information, and manage time wisely. Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, electronic medical records applications, etc. Physical Requirements AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws Prolonged sitting at a desk Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds at a time Certifications and Licenses: Active RN license in state of operation is required; RN license preferred. Active BLS certification directly from American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or ability to attain certification within 60 days of hire, and maintain active certification at all times. American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer. American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.

RN

Full-time

3 months ago

Adcare Admissions Nurse (RN) 7a-7p FT

American Addiction Centers Worcester, MA

Overview Company Summary If you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. Responsibilities Job Summary This position requires a thorough understanding of the facility’s treatment program and philosophy, admission process and criteria, support and administrative services, medical knowledge of various aspects of substance abuse and dual diagnosis patient care. The Admissions Nurse (RN) is a member of the treatment team providing professional level of nursing care to patients under minimum supervision and consultation. Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Complete the nursing admissions process, including but not limited to: explaining services and related costs, and conducting telephonic/in person intake screenings to assess the client’s situation. Deliver the highest quality customer service standards of care and productivity for internal and external clients. Review admission referrals and coordinate with navigators to ensure proper placement. Triage all incoming clients for intended level of care. Call the appropriate team member (e.g. Medical Director) to provide all non-life threatening medical and medication concerns to obtain guidance regarding their plan of action for the client. (In the event of a life-threatening emergency, all staff members are authorized to contact emergency services by dialing 911). Identify client care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual clients and in partnership with other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to clients and families. Promote client's independence by establishing client care goals, teaching client to understand condition, medications and self-care requirements, and answering questions. Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against client care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse act, and other governing agency regulations. Maintain safe and clean working environment in compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel as needed. Protect clients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Document patient care services by charting in client and department records. Maintain interdepartmental continuity of care by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintain client confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential. Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications. Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care team by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem solving methods. Follow incident reporting policy and procedure, reporting any potential safety issues in a timely fashion. Demonstrate skills of delegation, organization and coordination of assigned services, delegating responsibilities to designated staff as appropriate. Function as a role model for nursing staff. Provides pertinent communication to the Director of Nursing regarding levels of staff performance. Effectively prioritize communication issues pertaining to all departments and provide collaborative intervention as needed. Exercise good judgment and discretion in deviating from policy in circumstances where strict adherence would pose a risk to the patient, visitor, staff or facility. Participates in Performance Improvement data collection, analysis, reporting and staff education. Assist in providing essential training to the new staff. Coordinate with providers and nurses regarding the plan of care to provide the individual treatment needed. Regular and consistent attendance is required. Other duties as assigned within scope of the position. Qualifications Education/Experience: Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Knowledge of mental health, addiction, and addiction treatment preferred. Detail oriented and able to work in a fast paced environment. Able to handle confidential information, and manage time wisely. Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, electronic medical records applications, etc. Physical Requirements AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws Prolonged sitting at a desk Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds at a time Certifications and Licenses: Active RN license in state of operation is required; RN license preferred. Active BLS certification directly from American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or ability to attain certification within 60 days of hire, and maintain active certification at all times. American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer. American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.