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Position Overview

Registered Nurse - Supportive Crisis Stabilization Center 

The RN will complete medical assessments and brief histories on all clients admitted to the program and will monitor and coordinate follow-up care as directed by Program Director.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Complete screening, assessments and Care of every client seeking SCSC services ( Adults/Youth/Children)
• Evaluate severity of withdrawal symptoms using established screening tools.( If appropriate to Substance Use clients )
• Coordinate delivery and reception of medications with pharmacy.
• Document all medications received and coordinate management of the meds while client is at SCSC).
• Observe self-administration of medications
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms during detoxification according to established protocols.
• Refer for required medical services as appropriate (Internal & External)
• Provide education and consultation to individual clients and/or groups on their health needs.
• Assure clients’ compliance with prescribe medical regimen.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation on medical services rendered.
• Complete all clinical documentation in EHR.
• File all documents in the clients’ charts upon completion.
• Manage inventory of medical supplies and coordinate replenishment with Office Manager.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s in Nursing preferred, Bachelor’s required, with NYS RN license
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and chemical dependency preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Assessment and case management
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Company Overview

SUS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others.  We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:  respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. 

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Benefits & Compensation at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org.

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