Detox Nurse
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
-Document all nursing care provided and the client's condition/status, including but not limited to: initial nursing screening, nurse progress notes, client health questionnaire, suicide risk screening, nutritional risk screening, TB screenings, and other documentation in HCBTS's EMR system (KIPU) in a timely manner
-Observe, screen/assess, and document client vital signs and withdrawal management screenings (CIWA/COWS) within your scope of practice
-Document, monitor, secure, and account for all client medications in the healthcare office
-Document and observe each client's self administration of medications
-Monitor clients reactions and respond to potential adverse events or reactions
-Monitor, document, and complete client observation rounds
-Closely monitor, identify, and report clients who may be experiencing thoughts of self harm, harm to others and/or suicidal ideations/behaviors
-Perform nursing tasks in accordance with the physician's instructions/protocols
-Provide education and instructions to clients as applicable
-Collaborate with the clinical team to promote, facilitate, and achieve desired treatment outcomes for clients
-Communicate appropriately with full team (supervisor, coworkers, physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers)
-Comply with all state and company policies and guidelinesRequired Licenses/Certifications:
-Current Adult CPR/First Aid Certification
-Current LVN, RN, or LPT License in the state of CA
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
-Document all nursing care provided and the client's condition/status, including but not limited to: initial nursing screening, nurse progress notes, client health questionnaire, suicide risk screening, nutritional risk screening, TB screenings, and other documentation in HCBTS's EMR system (KIPU) in a timely manner
-Observe, screen/assess, and document client vital signs and withdrawal management screenings (CIWA/COWS) within your scope of practice
-Document, monitor, secure, and account for all client medications in the healthcare office
-Document and observe each client's self administration of medications
-Monitor clients reactions and respond to potential adverse events or reactions
-Monitor, document, and complete client observation rounds
-Closely monitor, identify, and report clients who may be experiencing thoughts of self harm, harm to others and/or suicidal ideations/behaviors
-Perform nursing tasks in accordance with the physician's instructions/protocols
-Provide education and instructions to clients as applicable
-Collaborate with the clinical team to promote, facilitate, and achieve desired treatment outcomes for clients
-Communicate appropriately with full team (supervisor, coworkers, physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers)
-Comply with all state and company policies and guidelinesRequired Licenses/Certifications:
-Current Adult CPR/First Aid Certification
-Current LVN, RN, or LPT License in the state of CA