Addictions/SUD Nurse (LPN / RN)

The Salvation Army, a Christian organization, is seeking an exceptional candidate to serve with us as our Withdrawal Management Nurse. We operate a variety of social service programs including rehabilitation services for drugs, alcohol, and gambling; shelter and assistance for victims of domestic violence; rent and utility assistance; Christmas assistance; and many other services. These services are designed not only to address the immediate needs of our participants; but to address the root causes of poverty by assisting participants in overcoming the challenges of unemployment, unstable housing, and lack of education.

What you will do:

• Work directly with the Withdrawal Management Supervisor and Medical Director to monitor the Withdrawal Management (WM) unit.
• Assure compliance is upheld with the accrediting, certification, licensing, and funding requirement.
• Provide basic nursing care to monitor the consumer's medical status.
• Evaluate the physical needs of each consumer and identify priority problems.
• Provide for physical, medical, emotional needs for all consumers.
• conduct admission interviews by collecting medical, social, emotional, and demographic data and assesses for appropriateness of admission to Withdrawal Management based on written policies and the Utilization Review Manual
• Chart in Consumer case records all information relating to any chronic or acute illnesses, known withdrawal complications, and all medications given to consumer
• Ensure the correct dispensing of medication as directed and prescribed by the physician
• Maintain case records according to the CARF procedures assuring all information documented; is accurate and current. All chart entries need to be signed with credentials
• Observe and chart consumers for withdrawal signs, unusual activity or behaviors, verbal complaints of physical or psychological problems, and report to either the Physician or the Clinical Manager
• Chart thoroughly all pertinent data, including but not limited to medical, health condition, physician's orders, complications related to withdrawal and general health, vital signs, medication monitoring, description of course of withdrawal, or other incidents. Document all pertinent observations in the consumer's chart
• Perform technical treatment as indicated and/or instructed by or directed by written Physician orders or the Clinical Manager
• Accurately prepare, check, observe, and record all medications taken when on duty
• Wipe mattress and pillows with viro-check after each consumer has been discharged and change linens as needed
• Provide emergency First Aid and CPR care to those consumers who exhibit the need
• Facilitate referrals for the consumers to provide community resources not provided by SAHLC
• Promote positive public relations by using the professional telephone manners, presenting a pleasant and supportive attitude toward the consumer and their family members or friends, and cooperating with personnel form other outside agencies
• In accordance with the CFR-42 Federal Law and The Salvation Army policies, maintain consumer confidentiality at all times
• Facilitate a seamless and comprehensive transfer of information from one shift to the next
• Cooperate and communicate with other Clinical Staff in the transfer process of the consumer to different levels of care
• Attend agency staff meetings as scheduled including In-Service Meetings
• Monitor and document consumer's physical and medical status by providing direct nursing care
• Carry out Physician's orders as assigned and provide support DMA's in conducting the tasks
• Provide medical information and insight into the treatment planning on each Withdrawal Management consumer with the Treatment Team
• Evaluate the needs and services on the Withdrawal Management unit in order to develop or revise policies as needed; prepare recommendations to the Clinical Manager for approval
• Meet with the Medical Director regularly to assure directives of Physician are completed
• Assure used, outdated, and unclaimed medication is destroyed according to the established procedures
• Arrange for and assure proper disposal of infectious and Biohazardous wastes
• Complete monthly inventory of all First Aid & Universal Precaution Kits
• Work with the Clinical Manager to assure the coordination and integration of Withdrawal Management activities
• Provide on-going information and allow for open communication to the Withdrawal Management staff regarding policy and procedure changes
• Assist in the annual employee performance evaluation process working the Clinical Manager
• Participate and provide staff support in the quarterly Infection Control meeting and prepare minutes as assigned
• Work assigned hours and additional hours as needed to provide back-up and coverage on the Withdrawal Management Unit to ensure coverage of facility operations. Maintain a list of all staff to assure coverage
• Responsible for running INSPECT reports and Criminal Background checks for all consumers entering Detoxification program
• Respond to medical emergencies and call the physician as needed for orders
• All other duties as assigned

• Education: Licensed Practical Nurse required
• Background Checks: Position requires a CPS History check, a Local Law Enforcement background check and The Salvation Army's background check to be completed. Findings may disqualify an individual for this position
• Experience: Must be CPR certified. Previous experience working with a vulnerable population in a medical or behavioral health facility preferred.
• Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard. Must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.
• Skills/Abilities: Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, staff, and consumers.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking
• May require standing for extended periods

Travel: Position may require occasional travel for training.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical office environment. Full-time position; may require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Indiana Division

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