Nurse (per diem)
Spectrum Health Systems
Summary
The Outpatient Nurse is responsible for administering medication to clients, maintaining accurate documentation of onsite medication, educating clients on medication-assisted treatment, verifying medication orders with the physician, and assisting with the admission process.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Administering medication to clients as outlined in medication administration policy.
- The control, counting and appropriate documentation of onsite medication.
- Educating clients on use, purpose, side effects, and other information relating to medication assisted treatment.
- Verifying medication orders with the physician and transcribes physician's orders.
- Assisting in the admission process and documents substance use diagnosis as required.
Schedule
Per Diem. Required to work 3 shifts per month to maintain per diem requirements. Monday-Sunday 5:00am-1:30pm OR 5:30am-2:00pm.
Requirements
- Valid MA LPN license from accredited school required
- Must have current CPR certificate or obtain certification within 90 days of hire
- Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient healthcare environment preferred
- Working knowledge of Windows 10 and Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel required
- Must have a valid driver's license
Benefits
- $5,000 bonus
Company overview
Spectrum Health Systems is a leading non-profit provider of evidence-based substance use disorder and mental health treatment services, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts. As New England's premier addiction treatment organization, Spectrum offers a comprehensive continuum of CARF-accredited services including inpatient detoxification, clinical stabilization, residential treatment, outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and peer recovery support. The organization operates five inpatient facilities, fifteen outpatient clinics, and five peer recovery support centers across Massachusetts, serving over 15,000 individuals annually through more than 55 treatment programs. Spectrum has pioneered innovative approaches such as mobile opioid use disorder treatment vans and specialized programs for juvenile offenders and justice-involved individuals. With a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees, the organization maintains a strong commitment to breaking down barriers to care and increasing access to treatment while adapting to evolving research on substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions.