Registered Nurse (3 - 11:30 pm)
Haymarket Center has emerged as a leader in the field of addictions and behavioral health treatment. We have done this through our evidence based interventions and state of the art programming geared towards strong outcomes. Our theme that captures the spirit of Haymarket Center in 2017 and beyond is "Focus on Success." The message behind Focus on Success is one of participation by every Haymarket Center employee. Together, we are creating a company where teamwork and collaboration enable us to succeed, both individually and collectively.
Haymarket Center is the largest not-for-profit community-based adult detoxification, residential, and outpatient substance abuse treatment facility in Chicago. Haymarket Center has continued to grow into a comprehensive alcohol and other drug treatment organization, licensed by the state of Illinois, which receives funding from the private sector, as well as city, county, state and federal agencies. The treatment programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF).
Delivers nursing care to patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol and requiring substance abuse treatment and healthcare. Prior SUDS/Mental Health experience preferred.
Retention Bonus to $2,000.00. HRSA loan forgiveness offered; full benefits to include medical, dental, vision, life and 403B programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•Work under direct supervision using Policies and Procedures and nursing judgement.
•Conduct self in a professional manner and in compliance with unit and facility policies .
•Works with Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care according to physician orders,
the nursing care plan, or established protocols.
•Assess patient and make observations and reports pertinent information to appropriate
staff.
•Conduct initial health screenings and assessments of clients' medical needs.
•Chart vital signs, treatments performed, and medications administers; maintains all such records
•Implements the patient and evaluates the patient response to care.
•Monitor clients self-administering medications and reactions to medication.
•Direct and supervise medical care given by other staff members in selected situations.
•Maintain knowledge of necessary documentation requirements.
•Maintain confidentiality of protected patient information and protect patient rights regarding in compliance with all legal and licensure requirements.
•Provide patient/family/caregiver education.
•Works rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.
•Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., CPR, protects patients from injury).
•Participate in the identification of staffs educational needs.
•Serves as a preceptor, as delegated, for new staff.
•Maintain patient care supplies, unit equipment, and program environment.
•Participate in the development of unit objectives.
•Provide input in the formulation and evaluation of standards of care.