We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do
matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our
clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.
Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by
providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use
disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions,
regardless of individual circumstances.
Hiring a SUD/Psych Nurse LPN/RN for 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm - full time 8-hour shift
including rotating weekends
Qualifications:
Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing. Must
have good standing license (LPN or RN) valid in the state in which clinical will
practice. Must also possess current CPR Certification.
Experience: New Grads and Newly Licensed LPNs and RNs are welcomed and
encouraged to apply as direct job experience is not a requirement for this
position. We are eager to teach those that are fast learners, are confident, and
can successfully meet the required expectations for this position!
LPN 1: May be recent graduate of approved nursing school with up to one (1) year
experience.
LPN 2: Two (2) to five (5) years nursing experience, with one (1) year in
addictions, mental health, or related specialty.
LPN 3: Five (5) or more years nursing experience, with two (2) years in
addictions, mental health, or related specialty
RN 1: May be recent graduate of approved nursing school with up to one (1) year
experience.
RN 2: Two (2) to five (5) years nursing experience, with one (1) year in
addictions, mental health, or related specialty.
RN 3: Five (5) or more years nursing experience, with two (2) years in
addictions, mental health, or related specialty
Your responsibilities in this role may include:
- Perform initial nursing assessment for clients within 24 hours of admission
in accordance with established program policies and state regulation.
- Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure
complete physical examinations, as well as required additional health
screenings and supplemental tests.
- Administer medications, as well supervise the self-administered medications,
where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
- Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same
in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
- Counsel clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management etc.
Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety,
adequate care, and provider compliance for payment.
- Ensure proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
- Assist in the facilitation of special events, including, but not limited to:
staff training, staff retreat, workshops and facility events.
- Implement health seminars, including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS,
nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
- Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed.
- Implement and assure adherence to infection control policies and practices.
Provide education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and
medication compliance.
- Maintain LPN or RN license with good standing.
- Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or designee.
Working Conditions:
- Required to work weekends at least once a month including one off shift per
week to ensure to ensure program coverage.
- May be required to work shifts outside of assigned shifts during critical
staffing shortages.
- The minimum holiday requirement is 1 major summer holiday (Memorial Day, July
4th, or Labor Day) and 1 major winter Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or
New Year's Day (night shift: New Year's Eve). Other Holidays will be rotated
amongst all staff.
- This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during
inclement weather.
- For Gaudenzia sites with multiple programs, you may be required to work in
any of the programs based on staffing needs.
- PRN positions - 3 shifts per month are required.
What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - Full Time & Part Time
Opportunities - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance
to help you grow with us in this life saving field!
For additional details regarding our benefits, please
visit: https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/ [https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/]
Our Operating Principles: We, as members of the Gaudenzia Team, are committed to
these principles. They guide the way we perform Gaudenzia business, every day.
- We hold client care as our top priority.
- We assume good intentions.
- We are present, we connect, & we communicate with transparency, dignity, and
respect.
- We make data-driven decisions with courage, challenge the status quo, find
innovative ways to grow Gaudenzia & each other.
- We support each other publicly & privately in all circumstances.
- We provide & accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback
with an open mind & without personalization.
- We operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, & have a bias for action. We
follow through on agreements & honor commitments prioritized with a sense of
urgency - someone's life may depend on it.
Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of
choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We
work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and
clients always feel safe and welcome.
Come work with us!
Gaudenzia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not practice, or permit
discrimination based on race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual
orientation, age, national origin, religion, creed, disability, or veteran's
status.
