Intake Nurse
Schedule:
- Every Wednesday 6am-6:30pm
Compensation:
Our company operates Residential Treatment Programs for individuals with Substance Abuse Disorder. We seek not merely to restore sobriety but to transform our patients’ worlds from a state of darkness to vibrant technicolor.
Overview
The Intake Nurse works closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) to coordinate daily administrative duties, conduct audits, assist with scheduling, perform modified nursing intakes, nursing assignments, and patient care. This role ensures a high level of care in accordance with regulatory standards through continuous patient monitoring, safety compliance, and effective resource use.
Responsibilities
Conduct initial patient assessments in the absence of a Nurse Practitioner to determine admission appropriateness
Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
Collaborate with nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care, including monitoring, assessment, and documentation
Support nurses in communicating treatment plans and liaising with providers
Identify non-compliance areas and provide in-service training as needed
Perform audits and ensure timely completion of nurses’ day and night checklists
Lead change of shift meetings and orient nurses to patient needs on the milieu
Assist with nursing at-risk checklists and coaching as directed by the DON
Identify high-risk patients and discuss treatment plans with providers
Ensure complete documentation and proper handoff for patients needing a higher level of care (HLOC)
Coordinate patient return to the facility from HLOC settings by communicating with hospital nursing staff
Lead emergency codes and response teams
Safely administer medications and perform narcotic counts and destruction according to protocol
Complete medication census to ensure timely administration
Promote team dynamics to support continuous quality improvement and patient safety
Manage medication availability issues and follow up with pharmacies as needed
Assist with weekly urine drug screens
Receive, analyze, and upload lab results; communicate findings to physicians or Nurse Practitioners
Complete administrative duties as assigned by DON and other supervisory tasks
Supervisory Responsibilities
Assist the DON with supervisory duties as delegated
Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Qualifications
Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution required
Minimum 2 years nursing experience in a mental health setting preferred
Experience in chemical dependency field preferred
Personal passion or interest in substance abuse issues strongly preferred
Commitment to a drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use required
Licenses and Certifications
Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
We respect the time and energy it takes to apply and will make every effort to contact you promptly after receiving your application. Thank you for your interest in working with us.