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Arms Acres RN, Outpatient Clinic - Part Time in <a class="branding-link-color" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3584+Jerome+Avenue+Bronx+NY+USA+10467" title="External Link Opens a New Window">Bronx, New York
RN, Outpatient Clinic - Part Time
Bronx, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3584+Jerome+Avenue+Bronx+NY+USA+10467)
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Description
Arms Acres in Bronx, NY is currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join our outpatient facility. The RN will focus on patient care by developing adequate means and methods to facilitate implementation of patient care policies and procedures. The RN in this role will demonstrate knowledge and competency in the performance of waive testing through training, updated knowledge of the manufacturers' manuals and annual observation of routine work by the supervisor or a delegate.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Initiates nursing process utilizing the nursing assessment tool on an ongoing basis, by planning coordinating, implementing and evaluating nursing care based on clinical knowledge, patient's needs and a collection of data
Develops and updates treatment plans to address nursing diagnosis and reviews with the multidisciplinary team to provide input for diagnosis, length of stay and readiness for the next level of care
Implements detoxification procedure and delivers appropriate patient care according to withdrawal scale and physicians orders
Retrieves orders and administers correct medications per physician's orders and facilitates procedure and policy
Maintains update knowledge of withdrawal medications and modalities used in addiction treatments
Records and reports to appropriate care providers any information that may impact the patient's treatment and/or continuing care and completes medical discharge form
Initiates consult(s) (psych, nutritional) when appropriate. Assesses patient for readiness for transfer to next level of care
Triage to minor injuries and illnesses of patients in coordination with the medical staff and RN Charge Nurse
Assumes responsibility for growth and accountability through in-service programs and staff meetings
Assists in orientation for new employees and/or serves as preceptor
Reports for duty as scheduled and is capable of taking charge after completing charge orientation
All information maintained accurately and in compliance in electronic chart
Initiate and monitor intravenous care as regulatory requirements permit
Participates in Performance Improvement Initiatives
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Current valid RN license to practice in the State of New York
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Significant knowledge and experience of alcoholism and chemical addiction preferred
Mental health experience preferred
Bilingual preferred
We offer competitive wages and benefits in a supportive working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer according to all current standards.
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Salary Description
$36 - $48