Registered Nurse (Day Shift 7am-7pm)

12 hour Shift - Conveniently Located with Easy Access to Garden State Parkway

Additional $3/hr for Charge Nurse shifts!

Serenity at Summit New Jersey is fully committed to bringing a high standard of quality to the addiction treatment industry. From utilizing the best clinical methods and modalities to staffing our facilities with fully-licensed and uniquely compassionate clinical and medical professionals, we are dedicated to making a lasting difference in its clients.

Serenity at Summit New Jersey team members enjoy the advantages of serving clients in a progressive, interactive and innovative environment while accessing generous benefits offered by an established and substantial organization. We are a community of caregivers sharing the common goal of recovery. As an integral part of the team which provides the road to healing and wellness to our clients and families, you will be the change you want to see.

Perks and Benefits:

• Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge and rejuvenate.
• Choose from a variety of medical plans tailored to your needs.
• Take advantage of comprehensive dental and vision benefits.
• Explore supplemental ancillary benefits for added peace of mind.
• Secure your future with a 401(K) retirement plan.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform nursing assessments on all clients admitted to the facility and document according to policy and procedures
• Monitor all clients who may be going through detox including but not limited to taking vital signs and performing CIWAS and COWS and reporting findings to the physician or ARNP/PA
• Transcribe all medication orders given verbally or in writing by the physician or ARNP/PA
• Administer medication as ordered and monitor for any adverse effects
• Complete first dose monitoring on all clients being given a medication for the first time
• Review all laboratory and diagnostic tests and report to physician when warranted
• Facilitate clients obtaining consultations as ordered by the physician or ARNP/PA
• Assist in data collection including infection control data, drug levels, chart audits, performance improvement data and any other data being collected for client care or performance improvement
• Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology including drug interactions, reactions, and detox
• Refers clients for emergency care when deemed necessary
• Attend monthly medical staff meetings and provide in-service training to staff
• Provide education to clients on medication and medical issues that impact this population including but not limited to HIV, Hepatitis, STD's and the importance of good hygiene
• Initiate and facilitate discharge planning and review all discharge documents with clients including but not limited to completing a medication reconciliation form at admission and discharge
• Ensure all clients have medications and/or prescriptions upon discharge if warranted
• Ability to hold groups

Serenity at Summit New Jersey 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 veteran status.

Requirements

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Diploma Degree in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
• Minimum one-year experience in a substance abuse and psychiatric treatment setting preferred.
• Proficient in the English language, both in writing and speaking and able to communicate clearly to staff, clients, families, and other healthcare professionals; Experience and skills in the use of electronic medical records (EMR)