Substance Use Nurse
Listed on 2026-02-20
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse
Responsibilities
Comply with the Federal Regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patients and HIPAA Regulations. Assure patient care meets best practice standards utilizing the Nursing process. Conduct controlled substance count and syringe count (when applicable) at the change of every shift (with one on‑coming and one off‑going nurse) and sign the controlled substance register. Monitor vital signs and assess withdrawal signs and symptoms per protocol.
Administer routine and PRN medications according to the nursing standards of care. Understand medication uses, side effects and food‑drug interactions. Monitor and treat patients who have a concomitant medical/psychiatric illness. Document pertinent information according to the established alcohol/drug protocols as well as any psychiatric/medical conditions. Utilize techniques of time management effectively. Perform other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager/Director of Nurses, Clinical Director, or Program Director to ensure safe and appropriate operation of the units.
Licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Massachusetts.
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