Nurse

Company: Community Medical Services Holdings, LLC
Location: Glendale
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Nursing Manager and the Director of Medical and Nursing Operations, the Nurse is responsible for administering medication to clients; assisting medical providers; conducting required testing; maintaining medication inventory and audit records; and provide support to the overall operations of the clinic. Above all, the Nurse is responsible for providing patient-centered care in a professional environment.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES- Administers medications as ordered/prescribed by a CMS medical provider- Follows all medical provider orders- Monitors behavioral patterns, medical symptoms, and physical symptoms related to dosage, as well as other symptoms related to drug use (both licit and illicit) and mental health concerns- Obtains vital signs, blood specimens, and urine samples- Processes point of care urine drug screens per company policy- Prepares take-home medication (n/a in Montana)- Monitors medication administration closely to prevent diversion- Reports diversion to proper internal authorities- Maintains accurate client records in company s EHR system- Documents medication errors and responds to adverse medical reactions per company policy- Arranges temporary incoming and outgoing courtesy dosing clients- Delivers medications to external facilities- Orders necessary dosing room and nursing-related supplies- Orders necessary medications (n/a in Montana)- Maintains accurate medication inventory records- Adheres to all federal, state, local, and accrediting body regulations- Administers CPR, if necessaryQUALIFICATIONS:Education, Certification and Experience Requirements- Licensed LPN or RN in state(s) of employment- Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites- Experience in the field of substance use disorders preferred, but not required- Basic to intermediate computer knowledge- Knowledge of the signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms- Demonstrates accuracy in medication administration and ability to maintain accurate client records- Problem solving, conflict resolution, and strong customer service skills- Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed- Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail- Culturally competent and sensitive to client and employee needs- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively between all organizational levels and with outside providers- Participates in continuing education and/or other job-related training- Adheres to and enforces company policies and proceduresTools and Equipment Requirements- The ability to use a phone, computer, printer, and copier is required.- Frequent use of Microsoft office products, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.- The ability to use the internet and various web browser software is required.Physical Working Conditions and Office Setting Description- Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.- Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.- Requires prolonged sitting, standing, frequent bending, stooping, or stretching.- Frequent and prolonged typing and frequent and prolonged operation of computer, keyboard, and telephones required.- Requires occasional use of fax machines, telephones, copiers, and other office equipment.- Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.Other ConditionsPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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