What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Default MnTC Brand?
Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge, a leader in offering treatment programs to those battling addiction, is seeking a dynamic individual to fill our opening for a Nurse (RN) at our newest location in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Full time position with robust benefits package.
If you want to be a part of a Top Workplace that is rated as having the “Most Meaningful Work” amongst Minnesota large employers, we would welcome the opportunity to meet you!
Mn Adult & Teen Challenge is seeking an RN to join our team in helping transform lives. When you work for MnTC, you're a part of culture recognized for work life balance, supportive managers and employee appreciation!
"At MnTC, I'm a part of a family team; I get to make a difference in the lives of others, and I feel valued & appreciated." - current employee who's been with the organization for 25 years
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Direct Care of Clients:
- review admission notes and applications, identify at risk clients
- meet with new clients for initial assessment within first few days at Mn Adult & Teen Challenge
- meet individually with clients having health concerns/assess/ refer as needed/ treat
- manage medication issues identified during assessment or referred from staff or counselors
- consult with Program Managers, Program Directors & staff regarding client physical/mental health issues
- document interactions with clients on data base
- respond to staff requests to see clients for medication and other health concerns
- responsible for destruction of medications
- during screening, work w/admissions to perform nursing/mental health assessment and refer as appropriate
- Assist with medication training for staff
- Assist with health education for clients and staff as appropriate e.g. infection control, first aid
- assist in providing Mantoux's to staff and clients
Minimum Qualifications
- RN
- Must be free of chemical use problems for at least the two years immediately preceding hire.
- Have and maintain current nursing licensure with the state of Minnesota.
- Prefer 5 years of increasingly responsible experience which demonstrates proficiency in the skills and knowledge required to perform the job.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record that will be accepted by this organization’s vehicle insurance carrier.
- Ability to successfully complete background check process.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Maintain professional standards of conduct and appearance with co-workers and the public.
- Exceptional ability to successfully manage multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines and frequent interruptions.
- Strong ability to relate to people with life-controlling problems.
- Strong leadership skills (one-on-one and group situations).
- Ability to remain on task while facing frequent interruptions.
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to bring order to unstructured environments.
- Assertive individual with pleasant, cordial attitude when working with people.
- Excellent computer skills including typing, word processing, spreadsheets and general familiarity with database programs.
