RN Acute-Powell Chemical Dependency Center
RN Acute-Powell Chemical Dependency Center
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Overview
Registered Nurse - Powell Chemical Dependency Center- Lutheran
UnityPoint Health Des Moines
Shift: Full-time 32 hours per week- 2 week rotation (week 1- 7:00am-3:00pm Monday Friday Saturday Tue. 2:30pm-10:30pm) (week 2 - 7:00am-3:00 pm Sunday Wednesday Thursday Monday 2:30pm -10:30pm)
Shift differentials available for qualifying shifts
Benefits Eligible
Powell Chemical Dependency Center (CDC) located atIowa Lutheran Hospital is a safe and supportive setting where individuals can face their drug and alcohol abuse and learn to recover. We offer services to adults age 18 and older. Powell CDC allows individuals to work with their families and significant others to rebuild their lives and the lives of others affected by the uncertainty pain loss helplessness and fear created by drug abuse. It is possible to live life substance free. Powell Chemical Dependency Center is licensed through the Bureau of Substance Abuse with the State of Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.
Why UnityPoint Health
At UnityPoint Health you matter. Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence/Patient Education
- Assesses needs of patients and families providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care.
- Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patients care.
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
- Provides care and medication as directed by physician and/or nurse practitioner and documents delivery in EPIC. Utilizes critical thinking in making independent judgment and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of conditions of assigned patients.
Care Coordination
- Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of accredited nursing program
- 6 months of hospital clinical experience or demonstrated clinical efficiency.
- Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
- Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as outlined per policy or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire
- Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Preferred Experience:
- Previous experience working in a mental health or substance abuse treatment setting is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Must be able to compute algebraic equations.
- Writes reads comprehends and speaks fluent English.
- Must be able to work independently and assume responsibility for timely completion of assigned functions.
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Other:
- Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Employment Type
Full-Time
