Nurse Manager - Detoxification Unit

Company: Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services
Location: Danvers
Posted on: September 27, 2024

Job Description:

Nurse Manager - Detoxification UnitJob Summary:The Nurse Manager is responsible for the management of the medical/nursing services provided in the detoxification unit, ensuring full compliance with the protocols/directives of the Medical Director and Program Director.Key Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls nursing activities of a level 3.7 detoxification facility.
• Maintains 24-hour accountability for quality of care and nursing staffing on the Detox Unit.
• Supervises Nursing Staff, Admissions Nurses and Team Lead as assigned.
• Provides clinical leadership in application of the Nursing Process to assess, diagnose, determine outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate care for persons withdrawing from addiction to alcohol, opiates, benzodiazepines and/or other substances.
• Collaborates with the divisional VP, PD, and Medical Director to develop and revise policies, procedures, and clinical protocols for care of patients on Detox Unit.
• Ensures that the Agency's standards of care are met through ongoing consultation with the Medical Director, application of Quality Assurance and Customer Service Programs, implementation of Utilization Review mechanisms, structuring clinical supervision, provision of direct care as needed, and implementation of an established maintenance plan.
• Monitors compliance with budget, including staffing, scheduling, productivity analysis, and supply costs.
• Ensures that Standards of Addictions Nursing Practice, including Standards of Care and Standards of Professional Performance are carried out by nursing staff, and that direct care staff support standards of care in their interactions with patients on the Detox Unit.
• Reviews clinical incidents with the PD, divisional VP, and/or Medical Director. If needed, revises processes of care to decrease incidents.
• Demonstrates leadership and role models skills required to maintain a therapeutic milieu on the unit.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment on the unit.
• Maintains ongoing relationships with community services, including police, state agencies, and other health care providers.Requirements:
  • RN and a robust background in clinical practice and management with four to ten years related experience and/or training from an approved, accredited school of nursing.
  • CPR certification required.
  • Must demonstrate ability to relate to a substance abuse treatment population in a sensitive manner, an interest and willingness to work in a multicultural setting, and must share a customer service orientation.
  • Computer literate in standard desktop applications such as Windows, Word, and Excel.Work Schedule: FT 40-hrs, Monday-FridayBenefits: Sign on bonus up to $7500 (prorated for part-time), Day 1 BenefitsAbout Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services:We are a healthcare organization dedicated to providing integrated care to our patients. Our team of healthcare professionals is committed to making a difference in people's lives.Equal Opportunity Employer: Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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