Position Summary: The Program Nurse will play a crucial role in the delivery of compassionate care to individuals undergoing detoxification from substances such as alcohol, opioids, and other drugs. The Program nurse will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety, comfort, and medical stability throughout the detox process. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, administering medications as prescribed, and providing patient and family education on substance use disorder and recovery. Essential Functions
Perform initial nursing assessments upon patient admission, including health history and evaluation of current physical and mental status.
Continuously monitor patients’ vital signs and withdrawal symptoms using standardized protocols, intervening as necessary to maintain safety and comfort. Educate the client on medications and potential medication side effects.
Document assessments and observations accurately and in a timely manner, reporting any changes in condition to the physician or clinical team.
Administer prescribed medications to manage withdrawal symptoms and ensure compliance with established detox protocols.
Monitor for potential adverse reactions or side effects of medications, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Adhere to all state, federal, and organizational policies, procedures, and regulations related to nursing care and patient safety.
Complete incident reports and other required paperwork promptly as needed.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team to promote team approach to client care; communicate any patient concerns or changes in medical condition to the appropriate team members promptly.
Educate patients and families on the detoxification process, potential withdrawal symptoms, and available recovery resources.
Provide guidance on medication usage, coping strategies, and self-care tips for after discharge.
Participate in continuous quality improvement and training initiatives to stay updated on best practices in substance abuse treatment.
Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all patient assessments, interventions, and care outcomes in KIPU EMR; electronic medical record system.
Perform other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Macon, GA
Job Type
Part-time
Skills
Best Practicesunmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Customer Trainingunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Medical Conditionsunmatched
Medical Record Systemunmatched
Medical Treatmentunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
Medicationsunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Admissionsunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Prescription Drugsunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Side Effectsunmatched
Substance Abuse Treatmentunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
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