Per Diem Nurse

Location: Outpatient Treatment Program - Weymouth, MA

Schedule: Per Diem

Pay rate: $35.00 (LPN), $37.00 (RN)

Benefits:

• 401K with company contribution


• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment

The Outpatient Nurse is responsible for:

• Administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.


• The control, counting and appropriate documentation of onsite medication.


• Educating clients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medication assisted treatment.


• Verifying medication orders with the physician and transcribes physician's orders.


• Assisting in the admission process and documents substance use diagnosis as required.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.


• Must have a current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.


• Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.


• Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary, culturally diverse setting with clients, families, staff and regulatory agencies.


• Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred.