Registered Nurse
Location: Butte Montana
Description: State of Montana is currently seeking to employ Registered Nurse right now, this job will be placed in Montana. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Job Listing Detail
Position Title:
Registered Nurse
- Applications must be received by Midnight Mountain Time on the closing date.
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For more information contact:
State Agency:
Public Health and Human Services
2500 Continental Drive
Butte , MT
59701
Phone: (406)546-5413
Fax: (406)496-3869
TTY: (406)496-5400
E-mail: mbache@mt.gov
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Position
Number(s):
69142015
Openings:
1
Location(s):
Butte
Job Status:
Full-Time Permanent
Shift:
Varied Shifts
Date Posted:
9/6/2013
Closing Date:
9/20/2013
Department:
Public Health and Human Services
Division:
AMDD- Montana Chemical Dependency Center
Bureau:
Union:
Nurses
Bargaining Unit:
MNA
Band/Grade:
6
Yes
Salary:
$25.80 - $32.25
Salary Unit:
Hourly
Additional Salary Information:
Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.
Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Applicant Pool: If another department
vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may
be used for the selection.
Special Information:
This position provides nursing care to ensure patients of the Montana Chemical Dependency Center are safe and healthy. Other responsibilities include: 1) Observing and assessing patients’ health condition; 2) Reviewing chemical dependency history and analyzing need for detoxification including breathalyzer and other drug screenings; and 3) Assigning work to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Treatmen! t Technicians (TT), and providing guidance and training as necessary.
This position provides direct service to addicted and co-occurring addicted and psychiatric disordered patients, who may have criminal or legal backgrounds and poorly developed social skills, subjecting the incumbent to foul language, irrational and inappropriate behavior, manipulation, defiance, anger, and other socially inappropriate behaviors, requiring the incumbent to evaluate and intervene effectively, safely and appropriately to de-escalate and/or re-direct the patient.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, reach forward, below and lift hands above shoulders, and use of dominant hand; go up and down flights of stairs during emergencies.
Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:
Criminal History Background Check
Duties:
Patient Care/Education
Monitors, records, and reports symptoms or ! changes in patients' health. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnost! ic tests to identify and assess patients' condition. Monitors all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity. Consults with healthcare providers to assess, implement, or evaluate patient care plans. Conducts patient education through presentations, individual counseling, and educates family members about medical needs. Oversees patients’ detoxification from various drugs of addiction.
Interdisciplinary Teams/Charge Nurse
Participates in the Utilization Review Committee to assist with patients pre-screening process for in-patient treatment. Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team to develop and plan scope of treatment for the patients. Assigns and reviews work of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Treatment Technician (TT) and provides support and training as necessary. Participates with interview panels and assists with orientating new staff. Coordinates coverage to ensure staffing needs are met. Provides immediate inter! vention with inadequate staff performance and refers information as necessary to direct supervisor.
New Patient Admissions
Completes nursing assessment including thorough documentation related to patients’ current and past medical conditions. Reviews chemical dependency history and analyzes need for detoxification including breathalyzer and other drug screenings. Administers vaccines including tuberculosis (TB) screening. Determines appropriate referral for mental health therapy.
Medication and Treatment
Verifies current prescribed medications and implements physician orders. Oversees and administers topical, injections, and oral medications as prescribed. Orders medication supplies with contracted pharmacy staff. Provides patient education and advises on the importance of following a prescribed medication regime. Ensures the safety of medication disbursements and storage.
Competencies:Required for the first day of wo! rk:
Knowledge of nursing, medication, psychiatric, addictive an! d treatment planning.
Knowledge of patients’ rights regarding medical treatment.
General knowledge of chemical dependency and withdrawal symptoms.
Ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions.
Ability to remain calm when being confronted.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with protected health information.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree as a Registered Nurse with a current Montana State RN License.
Two years of professional nursing experience.
Rotational charge nurse experience and/or one year of acute care RN experience preferred.
Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Supplemental Questions: None Required
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This job starts available on: Fri, 06 Sep 2013 23:45:56 GMT