Night Shift - Detox Nurse (Per Diem)

Overnight Detox Nurse

Canaan, CT

About the Position:

Mountainside is currently seeking Registered Nurses (RN) for our Detoxification Program. The Detox Nurse is responsible for the medical and health-related management of clients, including completing initial nursing assessments, administering medications per detox protocols and/or other MD/APRN order, and assessing clients daily to ensure a safe and successful detox experience. They will monitor for withdrawal symptoms, response to medications, vital signs, and will communicate findings and concerns to MD/APRN. The Detox Nurse will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and will attend all clinical and treatment meetings.

Schedule:

Per Diem, shifts available 7:00 pm - 7:00 am

Your Role:

• Complete nursing assessment upon admission to the program
• Oversee the safe administration of medications, being mindful of medication interactions and preventing medication errors
• Maintain client medical health records according to DPH, CARF, TJC, ASAM, OSHA and Mountainside policies and procedures
• Attend to day-to-day health situations that may arise among clients
• Ensure implementation of appropriate detox protocols and all other policies and procedures
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms of clients and attend to health needs
• Is alert for signs and symptoms of emerging medical or psychiatric complications, and communicates findings/concerns to MD/APRN and other members of the treatment team

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred
• Current active CT license as a registered nurse required
• Experience with both general medical and psychiatric populations
• One year experience in substance abuse treatment or behavioral health preferred
• Computer skills (email, Electronic Medical Records & Microsoft Office)  
• Understanding and awareness of withdrawal symptoms.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as necessary.
• Able to provide thorough physical assessments of clients

Compensation:

• The base salary range for the position is $35.00-$45.00 per hour before any shift differentials. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.
• The following shift differentials are offered on top of the normal hourly rate:
  • Overnight 11pm-7am - $9.00 per hour
  • Evening 3pm-11pm - $4.00 per hour
• Compensation is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.

Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC.

Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.