Per Diem Nurse
Spectrum Health Systems
Spectrum Health Systems
Saugus, MA 01906
United States
Position Type:
Nurse Practitioner / Nurse
Setting:
Outpatient
Population Served:
Adults
Education Level:
Master's degree
Hours
Per diem
Location: Saugus, MA - Outpatient Treatment Program
Schedule: Per Diem
Pay rate: $35.00/hour (LPN) $37.00/hour (RN) $1.50/hour weekend differential
Qualifications:
- Must be a Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
- 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.
- Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred.
The Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered 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.