Registered Nurse

JOB TITLE: Per-Diem Registered Nurse

Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments of patients’ response to treatment.
Develop, implement and evaluate nursing care plans according to age specific needs of patients. Record progress in a timely manner.
Responsible for accurate input of computer data.
Participate in or supervise the nursing care of patients, providing direct physical care measures as needed.
Act as a primary nurse working with individual patients and coordinating their treatment.
Execute the medical regimen of care as prescribed by the physician.
Educate the patient/family toward an understanding of health/illness and the plans for post-discharge care.
Respond to medical/psychiatric emergency needs of patients, following C.P.A.S.’s policies and procedures.
Monitor and protect patient rights and confidentiality; adhere to the Counselor Code of Ethics and Federal Confidentiality Regulations.
Attend training sessions and meetings conducted by C.P.A.S. staff or consultants as requested.
Adhere to the standards of the Council on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
Adhere to the C.P.A.S. Corporate Compliance Program.
Other duties as they relate to the position

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or in a related health care field preferred.
Current RN license in the State of Connecticut required.
Certification in CPR.
Knowledge of the medical problems that can be of concern for the client in detoxification and evaluation.
Have the basic clinical skills and technical skills according to established standards of practice.
Ability to establish a rapport with the substance abusing clients.
Must be computer literate.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

For current CHR employees please use an internal application form found on the CHR Intranet.

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