Registered Nurse Supervisor of Lighthouse

Registered Nurse Supervisor of LighthouseStarting Range : $65,000-$70,000(Personalized salary reflecting your related experience and academic / credentialed background)FLSA Status : ExemptSUMMARY OF DUTIES : The RN Supervisor is responsible for all professional nursing duties as required.

S / he provides training and supervision to other nursing staff, including licensed practical nurses and any on-call or part-time registered nurses.

S / he is responsible for compliance to regulations, policies and procedures. S / he will ensure the continuity of care within the maintenance medication programs.

S / he will maintain clear communication with pharmaceutical contacts to work toward improving medication access. S / he will oversee and / or coordinate insurance communications to obtain prior authorizations and any other communication as necessary.

S / he must be willing to allocate time to multiple clinics.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS : The RN Supervisor receives clinical and administrative supervision from the Program Director.

S / he provides supervision to all other Nurses.RESPONSIBILITIES : * Completes health histories and nursing assessments for each client.

• Coordinates linkage for medical services as needed.* Observes urine sample collection.* Offers group sessions on maintenance medication.
• Provides consultation about HIV / hepatitis screening.* Provides training on medical issues to clinical staff.* Dispenses IM injections.
• Supervises all other CD nursing staff within the agency.* Audits client charts regularly to ensure compliance to protocols.
• Obtains prior authorizations from insurances as needed.* Seeks and / or provides coverage when other CD nurses are off.
• Maintain communication with pharmaceutical companies regularly.* Communication with venders to ensure receiving best possible outcomes.
• Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS : * Must have strong knowledge of nursing functions, including mental health medications as well as maintenance medications.
• Must be knowledgeable on protocols for maintenance medications.* Must be knowledgeable about communicable disease transmission.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to relate to clients and staff both individually and in group settings.
• Ability to speak Spanish desirable.* May be required to participate as member of on-call team.* Supervisory experience desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS : * Graduated from an accredited school of professional nursing, a bachelor's degree preferred, plus a license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State or possession of a temporary permit.

• Four years of experience, at least three of which must have been in mental health, substance abuse treatment, or perinatal health care setting.
• AND* A valid NYS drivers' license.* Automobile in good working order.* Must have Accredited NYS Defensive driving course;

or obtain within 15 days of hire.* Must maintain Active NYS Defensive Driving class every 3 years, upon expiration.* If driving one's own vehicle, must maintain valid inspection and automobile insurance.

• Must provide proof of insurance upon hire and when requestedBenefits : * Sign on bonuses for all* Multiple health insurance options* Employee referral bonus* Tuition Reimbursement* Generous paid time
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