Posted 4 days ago

Nurse (RN), Opioid Treatment Program

Northeast Behavioral Health Corporation United States of America, Methadone Danvers
Onsite Part Time

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Description: Schedule: Per Diem The OTP Nurse position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a critical impact in the lives of those who are struggling with addiction. The Opiate Treatment Program (OTP) is a treatment program that offers medication-assisted treatments and counseling services for individuals struggling with opiate dependence. All clients are treated with compassion, respect and the belief that everyone has the ability to grow when they are provided with a safe and welcoming environment. Services include individual and group therapy, health & wellness education, medication administration & counseling, annual physical evaluations & lab work, monthly pregnancy visits and more. The OTP Nurse’s

Responsibilities

Are: Conducts initial medical assessment of clients & administers medications as ordered Documents client concerns & communicates patient needs, changes and psychiatric emergencies to Nurse Manager as necessary. Provides patient education and referrals Enters prescriptions into electronic client records Transcribes doctor’s orders Generates and reviews reports Maintains adequate inventory of controlled substances.

Qualifications

Valid and current Massachusetts licensure as a RN or LPN Current certification in CPR

Experience

with addiction treatment services preferred, but not required

Pay Range

$38.76 - $52.17 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.