Registered Nurse (Rn)

                                                                                                              REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

REPORTS TO: Executive Registered Nurse                                                                                                              FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SCHEDULE: 8am-5pm  (evenings and weekends as needed)     

POSITION SUMMARY:

Revive Ministries Inc. programs do not include a medical facility but recognizes that individuals participating in our programs who are recovering from addiction will also have physical health needs.  The RN is responsible for general medical oversight of clients while participating in Revive Life House. The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for the clients in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards of care (assessment of health status, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status).   

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitors the med room and manages staff that are involved in medication distribution.
2. Monitor and evaluate medical progress and modifying treatment as needed.
3. Assessment of new intakes to determine medical conditions that may impact recovery, need for prescription medications, identification of existing or potential medical problems that the client may not have previously diagnosed (e.g. hypertension).
4. Participates as a therapeutic team member for staff and clients in appropriate counseling situations.
5. Participate in all necessary staff meetings.
6. Be proficient on all Revive Life House rules policies and procedures.
7. Education of clients and staff regarding disease processes and self-management of chronic conditions.
8. Adhere to all policies/procedures related to medical processes and medication management; infection control.
9. Maintains relationships with local pharmacies, medical / dental care providers and medical facilities.
10. Will provide Mandatory on call coverage as needed by agency for one week at a time, at least once per month.
11. Will need to provide coverage in our other facilities when needed.

BACKGROUND/ EDUCATION:

1. Must have a minimum associates degree in Nursing.
2. Must possess a current valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse license from the state of Kentucky Licensing Board.
3. Prefer medical substance abuse background.
4. Prefer experience working with various funding streams and ability to collaborate with our 3rd party billing company.
5. Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
6. Valid Kentucky driver’s license.
7. Minimal 40 hours per week. To be determined by Program/ Executive Director
8. Sound understanding of all federal and state regulations including HIPAA

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for the clients in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards of care (assessment of health status, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status). 

SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. The applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 
2. Knowledge of a wide range of nursing and medical principles, theories, techniques, and practices to perform the clinical evaluation and the medical management of patients with a men’s inpatient residential facility.
3. Knowledge and ability to obtain and document complete health histories and physical examinations in addition to the ability to communicate and interpret the data obtained.
4. Must have the ability to obtain and interpret clinical data as they relate to the diagnosis and treatment of the patient as well as educate patients and families about their medical condition.
5. Knowledge of community resources needed for patients and their families.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with advanced interpersonal communication skills. This includes the ability to perform computer-based work on a regular basis.
7. Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients as outlined in Agency Code of Ethics, Relationships with Clients, Former Clients, and Notification Requirements, and other policies while providing care of clients in residential setting.
8. Experience to provide medical guidance and oversight to clients within Revive Life House

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to exert 21 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 11 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Job duties also require about 6 or more hours of intermittent standing or walking in an 8-hour workday. Sitting may be required only intermittently and occasionally.   Stooping is usually required frequently.

Environmental Conditions:

The employee will work indoors.  The house itself is open and ventilated well with central heat and air conditioning. 

Mental Demands:

There are a number of daily deadlines associated with this position, which may cause stress to some individuals.  The position must deal with the clients daily on a variety of issues. 

WORK EXPECTATIONS:

1. Minimum of 40 hours per week
2. Must be able to work well with other staff and clients
3. Some travel required

AT-WILL EMPLOYER STATEMENT

Revive Life House/ Ministries is an At-Will employer.  This means that regardless of any provision on this form, the company or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice.  Nothing in this employee job description or in any document or statement, written or oral, shall limit the right to terminate employment at-will.  No officer, employee or representative of the company is authorized to enter into an agreement-express or implied-with any employee for employment for a specified period of time unless such an agreement is in a written contract signed by the Executive Director or Program Director of the company. 

EQUAL EMPLYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Revive Life House / Revive Ministries is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we comply with federal, state and local laws prohibiting discrimination.  No person shall be discriminated against in employment, training, promotions, transfers, rates of pay, layoffs, any form of compensation or any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, tobacco use, gender identity, genetic information, military status, pregnancy or childbirth, status as a smoker or non-smoker, veteran status or any other protected class under federal, state or local law.