Part Time Residential Nurse- Liberation House, Stamford

Job Title

Liberation Programs is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Residential Inpatient Program in Stamford.

The Residential Nurse helps carry out the agency mission and duties of the medical services unit.

The duties include:

• Oversee the self-medication management for Recoveree's in our Inpatient Residential program
• Provide Recoveree education on medication, side effects, and medical condition
• Review Medication Forms daily and arrange for prescriptions to be filled/refilled timely
• Oversee catalog and storage of medication
• Ensure that the Medication Rooms and MAR are well-organized and in compliance
• Consult psychiatric and medical staff as needed to ensure the well-being and safety of Recoverees
• Attend Staff Meetings, and provide related staff education
• Assess clients prior to administration of methadone medication to ensure proper dosage is administered.
• Coordinate clients' dosage change requests with counselor and medical staff.
• Provide coverage for LPN staff, including methadone dispensing in Stamford & Bridgeport.

The qualifications include:

• Current CT License (RN or LPN).
• Three to five years of direct patient care in hospital, primary care, psychiatric facility or home care. Experience in substance abuse/methadone dispensing preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles of addiction treatment. Practical experience in the field of addiction treatment is preferred.
• A work history that demonstrates leadership, accomplishment and the ability to get work accomplished on time and within predetermined specifications.
• Computer skills, with demonstrated ability with Microsoft Outlook.
• Familiarity with methadone dispensing software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills along with the interpersonal skills to work effectively at all levels of the organization and its stakeholders.

Shift

Schedule:

20 hours per week

The benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Supportive Work Environment

Liberation Programs' mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness.