What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Registered Nurse position at Wood Violet Recovery?
Wood Violet Recovery – an affiliate of Sunshine Behavioral Health – aims to be a beacon of hope for individuals on their journey to recovery.
Nestled in the serene town of Dodgeville, Wisconsin, just 45 minutes from Madison, we are a voluntary, residential substance use treatment program dedicated to transforming lives. Serving clients aged 18-65, we are a privately owned facility driven by a mission to turn every addiction story into one of sustainable sobriety. Our core values – passion, integrity, dedication, and service – inspire everything we do.
We are looking for a compassionate and driven Overnight Registered Nurse to join our team and make a profound impact on our clients' paths to recovery. At Wood Violet Recovery, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating a supportive environment that fosters healing and growth. Our facility provides nursing oversight to low-acuity, independent clients, giving you the chance to truly connect and make a difference.
What You’ll Do:
- Deliver hands-on care that includes medication administration and client education about prescribed medications.
- Develop and implement initial detox treatment plans under the guidance of our Director of Nursing.
- Champion client care by monitoring safety, identifying quality improvement opportunities, and ensuring compliance with the highest standards of care.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Join a passionate team dedicated to changing lives and celebrating victories, big and small.
- Thrive in a values-driven environment that prioritizes compassion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
- Expand your professional expertise in a supportive, collaborative setting with low-acuity clients.
- Enjoy the unique satisfaction of working overnight shifts in a peaceful and focused atmosphere.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Initial Detox treatment plan execution and discharge planning instructions.
- Adherence to facility policy and procedures, as well as State and Federal laws.
- Consult with the physician regarding patient health care plans and treatment.
- Participate in diagnostic test orders to help providers identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
- Comply with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and legal documents.
- Educates patients about health and illness’ and promotes health maintenance
- Collaborates with the clinical team regarding the patient’s treatment, health and illness prevention.
- Maintain and review patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
- Administers medications, provides vaccinations, and renders treatment to clients.
- Communicates with providers, RN’s, LPN’s, and medical professionals ensuring a continuum of care for each client.
- Oversee and maintain the tracking of medical supplies and inventory.
- Observe and record client behavior as needed or directed.
- Conduct nurse-to-nurse communications with hospitals in the event a client is sent out, ensuring all discharge paperwork is received upon arrival back to the facility.
- Maintain reports of patients’ medical histories, and monitoring changes in their condition.
- Guide and direct LPN’s in more complex situations.
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit and stand to retrieve medication.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid registered nursing license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Ability to explain treatment and conditions to clients within the age range of 18-65.
- Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations.
- Experience working with medical records is a plus.
Wood Violet Recovery is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.