Registered Nurse (PRN)

Our mission, at Landmark Recovery of Knoxville, is to provide evidence-based, individualized treatment in a compassionate, caring, and comfortable environment. Our team believes in empowering each person who walks through our doors. Whether you have a substance use or mental health disorder, we truly believe that you can grow into the best version of yourself.

PRN - availability to work weekdays, weekends, holidays as needed

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse perform s a wide variety of job duties during their shifts, caring for and educating patients about their conditions, as well as establishing trust and building rapport with patients. The RN is responsible for being part of the Medical team as well as helping to facilitate the flow of the Medical Department and Medication Administration Program.

Education and Experience:

• Valid RN license, in good standing, in this State (unless in State with Nursing Licensure Compact)

• Minimum 1 year of e xperience in the field of chemical dependency/substance abuse/psychiatric setting or human services field

• Complete TB testing upon being hired

• Complete and be within the requirements of Background and Drug screening results

• Complete training or certifications in CPR, HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, Verbal De-Escalation, Harassment/Discrimination, Incident Reporting, Infection/STD Risks, HEP B/C, and Abuse, Neglect, Trauma, and Exploitation, Understanding SUD, and any other trainings required by the State or the Joint Commission .

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ability to administer prescribed medication and medical treatments and following standard nursing procedures

• Ability to assess and monitor physical and/or mental conditions of patients/ clients

• Ability to maintain effective communication with patients, families, and members of the health care staff

• Ability to provide documentation, prepare reports and maintain patient/client records, including computer skills necessary for documentation

• Reports symptoms, reactions and progress of patient to the clinical supervisor and/or charge nurse and appropriate action has been taken

• Initiates changes to improve patient care; discusses changes with doctor when appropriate

• Ability to participate in defining, interpreting, and implementing standards, policies, and procedures which affect the delivery of nursing care services

• Ability to participate in regular in-services/ training

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work as a team member and have communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work under stressful conditions and be flexible in relation to department needs

• Knowledge of DCF and TJC standards within the Department

• Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.

• Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and written Communication Skills

• Knowledge of State and Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality Laws

• Ability to understand and abide by the Drug Free Workplace Policies

• Ability to complete the Harassment and Discrimination training

• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity and Compliance Program

• Knowledge of current technology

• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder. Can score above a 70% on the SUD Training

• Knowledge of COWS/CIWA. Can score above a 70% on the COWS/CIWA Training