SSTAR is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses for our Inpatient Facility.
The ATS-Detox unit manages acute withdrawal and prepares patient to
continue their recovery by alleviating acute physical and emotional
dysfunctions that have resulted from their substance use. The program
provides medically monitored detoxification and stabilization to
individuals that are dependent on various substances.
Shift: First 7a-7p & 7p-7a
Every other Weekend is required, Overnight and Weekend
Differentials apply.
Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) are
responsible and accountable for a designated number of patients on the
Inpatient Unit. Nurses are responsible for recovery specialists
assigned to assist with the care of the patients.
Specific Responsibilities
- RN/LPN renders and supervises care of patients on the Inpatient Units
- Implements specific detoxification protocols as designated by the
Medical Director
- RN/LPN participates in the evaluation of patient’s condition and
progress with other team members
- Observes patients for clinical signs and symptoms and follows
prescribed course of treatment
- RN/LPN records and reports all pertinent information related to
patients’ condition and effects of treatment
- Assigns duties and supervises Recovery Specialists.
- Reports to Nursing Administrator on call all emergency, medical
and disciplinary situations that require administrative intervention.
- Reports to medical doctor, nurse practitioner or psychiatrist, as necessary.
- Participates with other staff members in implementing program
objectives and philosophy
- Participates in regularly scheduled meetings, attends conferences
and in-services to keep abreast of new trends in nursing practice.
- Participates in the development of the nursing treatment plan.
- Participates in QA as assigned by the nursing director.
- Other duties as required.
Required Professional Qualifications:
- License to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Current certification in BLS/CPR
- Understanding of detoxification regimes in substance abuse a plus
but will train
- Participation in required CEU programs
- Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or NextGen a plus
- Familiarity and ability to work with diversity of
cultural/socio-economic backgrounds
- General knowledge of cultural backgrounds of patients to be served
- Must submit a CORI release form and demonstrate proof of being
free from disqualifying information
- Appreciation of and desire to be part of the treatment team which
is dedicated to providing client with optimal therapeutic care