Description
At Asheville Detox Center we love our jobs. That's right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. We are looking at all of our patients with compassion and empathy. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers, who can help shape the culture of our forward looking company when it comes to the treating of addiction. Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered yes, we want you!
About Us: Asheville Detox Center was founded by individuals in recovery who have first-hand experience in receiving addiction treatment and have developed a specialized model of care that incorporates techniques that work while eliminating those that do not. Overall, our focus is on providing excellent care while maintaining a fun, calming environment for clients and staff alike. We are looking for nurses who share the same compassion and empathy as we do.
Position Overview: As a nurse at Asheville Detox Center, you will be responsible for ensuring clients optimal comfort and safety. This is done via vital assessments, medical record analysis, medication management, and efficient fulfillment of client needs. This is a PRN position.
Requirements
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Emphasize preventative care and disease management.
- Facilitate COWS, CIWA, vital assessments every four hours for clients.
- Complete intake nursing assessments.
- Administer medication including those for detox protocols, psychiatric care, and medical conditions.
- Facilitate medical orders.
- Interpret Urinalysis results and provide reports for client's medical records.
- Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere strictly to confidentiality requirements. Maintain clear, professional and appropriate boundaries with clients at all times.
- Quickly respond in the case of a medical emergency, following facility protocols.
- Participate in all provided, required training, as outlined by facility protocol, Joint Commission standards and other local, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, observations, and incidents in electronic health records.
- Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, including counselors, medical and support staff as needed, to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall efficiency of the facility.
Skills Required
- Valid RN or LPN licensure
- Perform COWS, CIWA, and vital assessments every four hours
- Complete intake nursing assessments
- Administer medications including detox and psychiatric medications
- Interpret urinalysis results and document findings
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in electronic health records
- Respond to medical emergencies following facility protocols
- Adhere to confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards
- Participate in required training per Joint Commission and regulatory standards
- Ability to collaborate with counselors, medical, and support staff
- Compassionate, independent thinker with strong interpersonal skills
What We Do
Health Care Alliance North America (HCANA) is a healthcare management company specializing in substance abuse treatment and mental health care. Founded by individuals in recovery, the company utilizes a specialized model of care that combines proven methods with innovative, holistic approaches. They provide a continuum of care including medical detox and residential treatment to support individuals throughout their recovery journey.
