Resident Nurse

Clitheroe Men's Residential Center, 660 E 48th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA

Clitheroe Outpatient Center, 3630 E 20th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508, USA

The Salvation Army is a branch part of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

Corps/Department: Salvation Army Clitheroe Center

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Full Time/40 hours per week;
Exempt

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; current Alaska Registered Nurse license preferred; a licensed practical nurse who is supervised by a physician may also apply.
• Current certification in CPR and first aid
• Experience in direct client care of alcohol/drug withdrawal management with knowledge of the psychological and behavioral manifestations of chemical dependency preferred.

The Residential Nurse, under the general guidance of the Executive Director, at Clitheroe Residential reviews and manages the self‑administration medicine protocol; provides guidance and training to Behavioral Health Associates and other residential staff; documents client’s primary care doctor's orders; maintains medication administration records (MARs) for clients; delegates tasks as needed; regularly audits MARs for errors and provides training/correction to staff; provides initials and nursing assessment as appropriate;

works with the Case Manager and Residential Clinical Coordinator to refer clients for primary care as needed.

• Proficiency in using general office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, Intergy EHR, and report‑generating
• Ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative work environment and to work with a minimum of supervision
• Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy required
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, meet deadlines, observe confidentiality, remain self‑motivated, and work with a minimum of supervision
• Nursing skills to assess withdrawal and to provide referral for appropriate medical intervention
• Ability to conduct training for Behavioral Health Associates on proper medication self‑administration procedures
• Knowledge of cross‑cultural issues and skill in working with a diverse population
• Alaska driver’s license with acceptable criminal history and driving records

• Use accepted nursing practices and universal precautions; maintain safety and health standards; participate in emergency evacuation drills
• Train and provide guidance and assistance to Behavioral Health Associates on proper medication self‑administration procedures and monitor their completed forms; provide corrective actions for MAR errors
• Ensure medications are stored according to policy
• Maintain nursing and medication records; complete reports within allotted time frames
• Assist in developing and providing motivational counseling; make referrals or delegate referral tasks per program policy; provide relevant training to staff and clients on medications; teach clients about current health issues as needed
• Complete nursing intake and discharge records; facilitate continuity of care as needed
• Participate in Electronic Health Records documentation and oversee medication and allergy entry into EHR
• Participate as a member of the Clitheroe Management Team as needed
• Attend and participate in meetings as scheduled, including Treatment Team and all staff meetings at Clitheroe Residential
• Provide on‑call consultation for client emergency medical concerns
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Software‑related

Skills:

Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required;
Intergy EHR, working knowledge of database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Work Environment: The work environment is located in a residential treatment setting. Noise level is usually at a low level.

Language

Skills:

Must be able to understand, follow, and give both written and oral instructions. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.

Mathematical

Skills:

Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction,…