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Addiction Treatment Nurse (LPN or RN)
- Olympia, WA (Thurston & Mason Counties)
- Clinic based and shifts on Mobile Medication Unit
- No Sundays, No Holidays, No Nights!
- 2nd Chance Employer!
- Full-time position (up to 40 hours a week)
- Work Shift: 5:00AM - 1:30PM Monday through Friday with alternating Saturdays
- Pay Range: $32.00 per hour - $40.00 per hour
MUST BE A LICENSED PRACTICAL OR REGISTED NURSE IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO BE CONSIDERED
Why Evergreen Treatment Services?
Evergreen Treatment Services (ETS)values diversity of lived experience, is committed to racial equity and social justice, and appreciates hard work, creativity and a good sense of humor. Employees at ETS work collaboratively to provide excellent patient care and support services in a highly ethical and professional manner. ETS encourages work-life balance and a healthy lifestyle through a comprehensive package of benefits including paid leave, medical and dental coverage, and an employee assistance program. ETS highly values creativity and recognizes employees for exceptional job performance. Since 1973 ETS has been transforming the lives of individuals and their communities through innovative and effective addiction and social services.
Perks and Benefits
- 12 Paid Holidays Off
- Accrue 24 Sick Days
- Medical and Dental and Vision Benefits
- 403(b)-Retirement Investment Plan with company matching
- Two weeks of paid vacation in the first year
- Accrue 12 Mental Health Days
- Roth IRA Works
- Better Help- Employee Assistance Program- First Choice Health - Free short term counseling and referrals
- Flexible Spending Account - Medical Cost, Day Care, Day Camps, School Programs, Pre-School Tuition
- 20% off Woodland Park Zoo Discounts
- Verizon 22% Off Monthly Discount and 25% Off Accessories
- National Corporate Discounts
- $400 License Renewal Reimbursement
- 100% DEA License Reimbursement
- 1 x Monthly Massage Therapy
- Acupuncture
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Transportation Assistance
- Basic Life and Accident Insurance, fully paid by ETS
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Job Summary
The Addiction Nurse position is responsible for the safe and efficient dispensing of doses of methadone or buprenorphine to clients, consistent with the clinic procedures. The nature of this position is fast-paced in high-stress situations and conditions. This job description will cover the main duties of the positions located in Seattle and South Sound, WA clinics. (Position is for licensed Practical Nurses and licensed Registered Nurses.)
Job Functions:
- Training will take place for 4 weeks at either our Seattle or South King clinic, Orca card and mileage reimbursement available.
- Dispense appropriate methadone doses, in accordance with clinic procedures.
- Record all doses dispensed and account for all methadone used during a Dispensary shift.
- Accurately record patient details in the electronic medical records system.
- Organize and monitor the activities of the Dispensary Technician as requested by the Lead Dispensary Technician or Dispensary Manager.
- Attend such meetings as directed by the Nursing Clinical Managers) and report to the Medical Director as required.
- Monitor charts for dose discrepancies and take corrective action when needed.
- Participate in Team meetings and provide such data as needed by the Team for inclusion of medical treatment plan.
- Monitor tuberculosis testing for all patients and assigned units, including making outside referrals when appropriate.
Requirements
Qualifications
One of the requirements for employees working with clients at Evergreen Treatment Services (ETS) is to have an NPI (National Provider Identifier) number. This number is used for administrative and financial transactions. You must have this number when you start working with ETS.
Education & Experience
- Nurses at ETS must be graduates of an accredited school of nursing and have a current Washington State RN or LPN Nurse License.
- Addiction medicine experience is preferred but not required.
- The Treatment in Motion Team is passionate about creating a hospitable and welcoming environment for all people while providing quality services on an individually tailored basis to our clientele. We value diversity of lived experience, are committed to racial equity and social justice, and appreciate hard work, creativity and a good sense of humor.
Knowledge Requirements
- Computer literate, with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic medical records systems, as well as an elevated level of initiative in keeping current with technological change(s).
- Ability to prioritize workload and activities and follow through on assigned tasks to assure completion in a timely manner.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and switch between tasks quickly.
- High integrity and ethical standards.
- Dependable, able to work under pressure; receptive to change, willingness to learn, cooperative approach to problem-solving
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and outside contacts from a wide variety of ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds; good diplomatic skills; including strong conflict-resolution skills.
- Flexible team player, cooperative and uses excellent judgment.
- Excellent attention to detail, planning and analytical skills.
- Good basic clerical skills including typing, ability to proof own work, good grammar, and spelling.
- Must be able to complete a criminal background check.
Physical Requirements
- The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk, and kneel; occasionally to climb balance, or stoop; rarely to crouch or crawl.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, color and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
Equipment Used
- Computer, photocopier, fax machine, backpack, and cell phone.
Note:Nothinginthisjobdescriptionrestrictsmanagement'srighttoassignorreassigndutiesandresponsibilities to this job at any time. Evergreen Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
