(0.6 FTE) Monday/Saturday | Sunday/Monday
Functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of a nurse, by implementing and supervising nursing services in the medical detoxification and residential programs. This position supports and promotes a recovery-oriented, person-centered treatment experience by participating in treatment planning, documentation and implementation, milieu management and crisis de-escalation.
Essential Job Functions: (This is not the job description in its entirety)
- Administer drugs, medications, treatments, inoculations, and tests as allowed by law.
- Complete other tasks within the scope of Licensed Practical Nurses and the program services and procedures.
- Pre-screen new patients for appropriateness for admission, including TB screening.
- Record patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policy and procedure.
- Actively and compassionately interact with patients to encourage engagement in treatment after completion of detoxification.
- Maintain and demonstrate a current working knowledge of applicable clinical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
- Maintain a safe environment applying principles of medical asepsis and applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Current licensure in Washington State as Licensed Practical Nurse
- Maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s license at all times
- BLS certified
- Pass required background checks
Our caring, professional staff is Valley Cities’ most important asset – the very heart and center of who we are. Every day, we strive to ensure that your experience working at Valley Cities reflects the importance of your role as we carry out our mission. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.
We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.87 - $44.78 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- LPN (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person