Nurse Manager (RN)

Nurse Manager (RN) For The Center For Healing And Recovery

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW) is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team! If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team!

Position Summary

The Nurse Manager (RN) for the Center for Healing and Recovery functions as a leader of the medical services team that provides screening, crisis intervention, medical services, case coordination, and education. The Nurse Manager utilizes best practices to engage and help motivate staff in providing excellent patient care, and patients to commit to treatment and to assist patients to identify and problem-solve individual and systemic barriers to treatment. Experience with Substance Use population preferred. This position can work with the Division Director and Medical Director to create a schedule that best fits the individual and the organization. RN's work a typical twelve-hour shift, and this manager serves as possible back-up to the on-duty RN - if no other coverage is possible.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, organize, and direct staffing for the medically managed detox unit, including :
• Serve as the Clinical Supervisor for the Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Registered Nurse Care Manager.
• Monitor clinical documentation of personnel to ensure adherence to organization, state and federal requirements.
• Monitor and ensure reconciliation of the medication inventory and provide both follow up measures and follow up training regarding any medication errors.
• Assist the Director with data collection of outcomes as needed in addition to annual policy and procedure revisions.
• Ensure all incident reports are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Address any grievances pertaining to the Nursing Department, following up with client and staff as require in conjunction with the Director of Cedar Road and / or Medical Director.
• Assist in oversight of Infection Control practices.
• Collaborate with Medical Director, Director of Nursing, Nursing Staff, Direct Care Staff, Counselors, Clinical Directors, other Department Managers and Compliance Manager in Quality Assessment, Assurance, and Performance Improvement Activities.
• Remain current with required mandatory continuing education and training. Maintain continuing education necessary to maintain RN licensure and certifications, and to maintain compliance with facility licensure and accreditation requirements.
• Routinely collaborate with leadership and colleagues to promote a positive culture.
• Evaluate detoxification needs of alcohol / drug patients using the CIWA (Clinical Indicators Withdrawal from Alcohol) and COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale) evaluation tools and provide appropriate interventions based on the results.
• Provide and document patient education regarding diagnosis, medication and / or medical treatment as indicated.
• Complete comprehensive initial nurse assessment for participants being admitted and provide on-going nursing as needed.
• Patient assessments for adverse reactions to medication.
• Maintain correctly stocked medication inventory, ensure safety of medications / supplies, keep an accurate log of reports of medications, and communicate with pharmacy representatives as needed.
• Seek consultation from medical director, clinical coordinator, or other members of the management team for direction when not clear about documentation and or procedures.
• Communicate concise and appropriate information throughout assigned shift with team members.
• Assure that medication order forms and medication administration forms are properly completed according to clinical record standards.
• Respond and comply with all administrative / managerial e-mail communication within the requested time frame.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience Required

Skills And Qualifications Required

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.