Substance Abuse Center Director (Hosp. Op.) jobs in Sioux Falls, SD

Overview

RN Day Shift Opportunity at Keystone Treatment Center

• Day Shift
  • 7am - 7pm
  • Every other weekend rotation

Benefits:

• 8 paid holidays and personal time
• vacation, sick, and extended sick leave
• Company paid life insurance
• Medical (BCBS), Dental (Delta) and Vision (VSP)
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Additional Life Insurance
• 401k - Employer match
• Uniform and Shoe stipend
• Licensure reimbursement

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about substance abuse and mental health. If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community, this position is right for you!

Since its inception in 1973, Keystone Treatment Center has established itself as a nationally recognized inpatient and outpatient treatment center for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. At our inpatient facility in Canton, South Dakota, just 30 minutes from Sioux Falls, we treat adolescents and adults age 19 and older of all genders who are struggling with addictions to alcohol and other drugs. Through a variety of transformative treatments, which may include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), experiential groups, and the 12-Step model, Keystone Treatment Center delivers evidence-based care in an atmosphere of trust and honesty. For those who need to rid their bodies of substances prior to beginning treatment, we also offer medical detoxification with 24/7 monitoring.

With a semirural setting on 13 acres of land, our facility allows for quaint moments of reflection and serenity throughout the treatment process. At Keystone Treatment Center, we tailor our treatment plans to each unique individual, offering gender-specific programming to all patients and programming that is directly geared toward those who are struggling with a gambling addiction. We also incorporate elements of spirituality, and our experiential therapies include ropes courses along with arts and crafts. Additionally, we feature programming that specifically focuses on reflecting the traditions, practices, and values of the Native American culture.

Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
• Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
• Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
• Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
• Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
• One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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