What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse: LPN or RN : Full-time position at Valley Hope Association?
Nurse: LPN OR RN: 6:00am - 6:00pm ; Full-time
Norton Valley Hope has an exciting opportunity for an LPN or RN to join our dedicated and passionate team!
Per CMS Interim Rule, all Valley Hope employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive an approved medical/religious exemption.
WHY JOIN VALLEY HOPE:
For over 50 years, Valley Hope has specialized in providing addiction treatment and recovery services to those in need. We meet our clients where they are with love, compassion and respect, and guide them towards a journey of Recovery. This is the Valley Hope Way!
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to practice in the state of employment.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
- Work experience in substance abuse treatment facility is preferred
COMPENSATION:
- LPN Starting base pay goes up to $24.75/hr based on experience and education
- RN Starting base pay goes up to $35.85/hr based on experience and education
Shift Differentials:
- Night: $4.25
- Weekend Night: $4.75
- Weekend Day: $1.00
BENEFITS:
- Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition Assistance – Up to $10K annually; $45K maximum benefit
- Student Loan Repayment
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- 8 Paid Holidays (Including 1 Personal Holiday)
- PTO – Up to 27 Days per year based on years of service
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- And much more!
JOB SUMMARY:
- Provides nursing care support of prescribed treatments and medication interventions as established for each patient.
- Implements nursing care in accordance with Valley Hope’s medical philosophies, policies, and procedures as well as any other regulating bodies to ensure quality patient care.
- Administers drugs, medications, treatments, and tests as allowed by law.
- Assists with detox admissions and provides patient care support during patient detoxification process including pre-screening of patients, obtaining physical assessment data and health history, administering detox treatment plans, and monitoring of patient.
- Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Communicates with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
- Follows established policies and procedures for all medical emergencies (i.e., convulsions, suicides, Delirium Tremens, etc.).
- Maintains a safe and sanitary environment applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Oversees non-licensed nursing staff as instructed by and under the direction of the facility Nursing Director.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility.
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Salary : $25 - $36
