RN/LPN

This position will work at Innovo Detox located in Abbottstown, PA.

Innovo Detox is looking to hire Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses. The nurses will execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by the Medical Director and the Director of Nursing. Nurses are expected to actively and compassionately interact with patients to encourage engagement in treatment after completion of detoxification and maintain open lines of communication to ensure the best patient care is being provided. Responsible for recording patient observations and activities in the patient records accurately and timely in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policies and procedures. Qualified nurses will have knowledge and ability to provide a full range of nursing care to clients with a variety of withdrawal symptoms, other somatic issues and behavioral health problems. Nurses should be able to demonstrate skillful, tactful communication with clients who may be physically or mentally ill, uncooperative, fearful and/or agitated. Nursing staff should be comfortable facilitating medication education for new patients and patients that are starting new medications. Nurses will be responsible for monitoring of medication by oral, sublingual and inhalation routes and documenting appropriately. In addition, nurses will be required to maintain patient confidentiality and assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.

Qualifications:

Minimum two years’ experience working in behavioral health/substance abuse, preferred.

Licensed to practice in the State of Pennsylvania as a RN or LPN, required.

Job Type: Full-time