Company Overview
We Level Up is a network of mental health, drug, and alcohol addiction treatment centers that provides caring treatment to those who are prepared to begin their recovery journey. Our commitment is unmatched and proven by offering a diverse set of clinical therapies combined with a professional, caring staff and diverse treatment options.
Come join us on this journey! We are looking to grow our teams with talented, caring, and passionate people who share our energy and enthusiasm for recovery treatment.
Summary:
The nursing staff is responsible for the day-to-day nursing services provided to all patients admitted to the facility. This includes intake, assessment, vital signs, suicide risk assessment, medication management, and general health care education.
Requirements:
- Nursing degree from an accredited school.
- Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience as a nurse in a behavioral health care, substance abuse, or hospital setting. One (1) year of substance abuse or mental health preferred.
- Valid RN license - Must
- CPR certification - must have at the time of hire
Responsibilities:
- Complete nursing intake and assessment. This includes interview of patient and/or family as needed.
- Process, manage, and implement orders from Licensed Independent Practitioners.
- Monitor the patient’s vital signs as ordered or per protocol.
- Maintain medication cart in order and locked at all times
- Dispense medications as ordered. Monitor and document all medication activity. Keep medication administration record (MAR) up to date.
- Observe and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
- Ensure compliance with Do Not Use Abbreviation and Sound Alike/Look Alike medication lists.
- Document all patient interactions and interventions in the medical record.
- Complete incident report for any unusual or adverse event including medication errors and reactions.
- Monitor food and nutrition orders and ensure patient are served appropriate diet.
- Monitor patient weight on admission and as ordered by LIP.
- Complete suicide risk assessment on all new admissions and as needed during treatment.
- Complete a physical assessment of all patients upon admission or as needed to assess skin integrity, markings, or signs and symptoms of disease or issues.
- Obtain patient specific medications from Pharmacy and obtain copay payment from patients.
- Screen for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
- Screen for danger to self or others
- Screen for co-occurring mental health issues.
- Analyze and interpret data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.
- With the individual served, formulate mutually agreed-upon, measurable treatment goals and objectives.
- Demonstrate adherence to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct.
- Other duties as required to address operational needs.
Benefits:
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $48.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 24 per week
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Lawrenceville, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person