Registered Nurse (RN)
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Takes medical histories from and conducts nursing assessments with program clients.
- Makes appropriate referrals to the Attending Physician, Psychiatrist, or counseling staff.
- Notes physician orders, assists with lab tests and physical exams.
- Orders and administers prescribed medications per unit policy.
- Participates in nursing shift change report assuring that necessary information is provided to the on-coming nurse.
- Makes entries in client medical records in accordance with unit policy, licensing rules, and accreditation standards.
- Oversees the daily activities of clients and participates in the provision of clinical services to clients when appropriate.
- Acts as shift supervisor providing leadership and direction for L.P.N.s and Human Service Technicians (Detox only).
- Performs other reasonable and related duties as assigned by Nursing Supervisor and/or Program Manager.
Minimum Training and Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and current licensure by the Florida Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
- Experience in a mental health, substance abuse, and/or co-occurring treatment setting is preferred.