Registered Nurse | LPN at NRT | Foundry Treatment Center

Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

46.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Nursing Care Administration, Medical Record Maintenance, Care Plan Implementation, Health Maintenance Advising, CPR Certification, Clinical Charting, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Medical Judgment, On-Call Availability, Medication Supervision, EMR Database Management, BioSound Operation, Vivitrol Administration

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Registered Nurse | LPN Reports to: Director of Nursing Job Category: Hourly | Non-Exempt | Full-Time | Part-Time Salary: $30-$46/hour (Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience and license) Job Site: Foundry - Ranch (Steamboat Springs, CO) Job Summary: The RN or LPN is responsible for assessing patient health problems, administering nursing care to patients, maintaining vital medical records, implementing nursing care plans, and advising patients on health maintenance. Education and Experience: Current, unrestricted nursing license in Colorado (registered with DORA). RN, LPN Diploma, Associates, or Bachelors in Nursing. Two plus years of clinical nursing experience preferred. Psychiatric and/or substance abuse experience preferred. Required Skills/Abilities: Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. Ability to be compassionate to those needing and receiving services. Clinical charting and documentation according to JCAHO and BHA standards. Familiarity with or ability to learn organization’s systems including EMR database. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance. Impeccable ethics, integrity, and customer relations skills. Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills. Sound medical judgment and decision making skills. On-call availability. Duties/Responsibilities: Provide direct care to clients, including addressing medical concerns, monitoring vitals and overseeing withdrawal symptoms. Oversee the detoxification process according to a Provider’s orders which includes providing the addiction technicians with supervision, direction, and support regarding a person’s withdrawal process. Supervise the Monitoring of Medications: obtain orders from the physician, place all orders in the Kipu (EMR) system, verify all medications brought in, confirm medication counts weekly, order medications as needed, including PRN Medications, and approve PRN medications with the parameters the Medical Director has set. Dispose of expired and discontinued medications and prescriptions. Dispose of expired OTC medications. Implement Provider orders. Obtain urine and blood samples. Assist with admissions: complete medical screening, aid with search of belongings, and schedule provider to see the person. Observe and assess physical and health changes. Keep Medical team updated about any medical issues clients may experience. Assist with and keep accurate records according to state regulations and The Joint Commission. Update service plan with medical and psychiatric areas being addressed. Orient client regarding any medical orders obtained, including how to use BioSound, BioMat, and AlphaStim, as well as how Vivitrol can be helpful. Complete Vivitrol patient enrollment form, follow up on prescriptions as necessary, administer injection as ordered. Complete detox admission/discharge summary and RTC/PHP discharge summary as indicated by level of care. Dispose of biohazard waste and medications as required by OSHA. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to navigate uneven terrain and access multiple buildings on site. Must be able to lift 20 pounds at times. Climbing stairs, bending, reaching, sitting, standing. Exposure to clinical and medical environment. Driving in all weather conditions. Benefits & Perks: Health and Wellness Medical, dental and vision insurance* Supplemental accident and hospital indemnity coverage* Voluntary Term Life insurance* Employee Assistance Program Monthly wellness reimbursement* Financial Competitive salary Employee recognition and rewards programs Employee referral incentive program Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan Work/Life Perks Professional growth and development Continuing education reimbursement Unlimited paid time off (exempt employees) + sick days Paid time off policy (non-exempt employees) + sick days Paid holidays (exempt) or ability to earn 1.5x base hourly rate (non-exempt) *Full-time employees This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employer accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

The RN or LPN will provide direct client care, including medical concern assessment, vital sign monitoring, and overseeing the detoxification process with supervision of addiction technicians. Key duties involve implementing provider orders, supervising medication monitoring, and maintaining accurate medical records according to regulatory standards.