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Job description
Description
Location : Outpatient Treatment Program - Weymouth, MA
Schedule : Per Diem
Pay rate : $35.00 (LPN), $37.00 (RN)
Benefits:
401K with company contribution
Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment
The Outpatient Nurse is responsible for:
Administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.
The control, counting and appropriate documentation of onsite medication.
Educating clients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medication assisted treatment.
Verifying medication orders with the physician and transcribes physician's orders.
Assisting in the admission process and documents substance use diagnosis as required.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Must be a Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
Must have a current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.
Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary, culturally diverse setting with clients, families, staff and regulatory agencies.
Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred.
Who can apply
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