Admissions Registered Nurse; RN M-F

Admissions Nurse (RN)

The Admissions Nurse (RN) will provide initial client assessment and screening for admission to the Detox Unit. Monday-Friday
-6p-2:30am

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess clients thoroughly for admission.
• Accurately transcribe and implement physician's orders.
• Assess clients withdrawing from substances using facility approved assessment scales.
• Develop appropriate and effective initial treatment plans for all active problems identified in the admission nursing assessment.
• Accurately complete medication reconciliations upon admission.
• Educate clients on medications, health maintenance, substance abuse, and other applicable topics.
• Perform searches of clients upon admission.
• Communicate client medical and behavioral changes and any special precautions to appropriate clinical and medical staff for ongoing intervention.
• Act as liaison between members of the Clinical Team and Medical Departments.
• Document in client medical record in an accurate and timely manner, according to facility requirements.

Stonington Institute employees receive great opportunities. Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Pet Insurance More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website:  This is a full time, 40 hour position.

6:00pm - 2:30am

Qualifications:

Graduate of accredited school of nursing with a current State of Connecticut R.N. License. Minimum of one year experience working in the Mental Health or Substance Abuse field preferred.