Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse at COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE

Description

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Nurse?
This RN position supports our mobile MAT services, a new program which will help us increase access to evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorders to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. The program currently provides medication assisted treatment daily to clients incarcerated at the Yakima County Justice Center, with plans to expand mobile MAT services to other hard-to-access populations throughout the greater Yakima community. Working from the mobile unit, the RN administers medications to clients, provides education about prescriptions and general health needs, and monitors for intended effects and possible adverse reactions. Support is also provided to the outpatient opioid treatment program, which doses methadone. This position requires a Nurse who supports the evidence-based model of medication-assisted treatment and is committed to providing exceptional care to individuals experiencing significant challenges. Excellent communication and care coordination skills are essential in this role. This position has a schedule of Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 

Nursing duties may include:

• administering medications (including injections) and monitoring clients’ symptoms & response to medication
• utilizing electronic dispensing software for medication administration
• counselling clients about medications and treatment
• completing nursing assessments and monitoring for symptoms of dyskinesia, sedation, or intoxication prior to administering any medication
• reviewing all new prescriptions for contraindications and coordinating care with other healthcare providers as needed to ensure safe treatment
• monitoring supply levels of methadone, suboxone, and dispensing supplies; completing daily inventory; and following protocol for receiving shipments
• assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
• completing all clinical documentation in timely and client-centered manner

Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Active RN or LPN license in Washington State
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance.
• Prior Behavioral Health Experience Preferred
• In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You
Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

• Up to $15,000 sign on bonus
• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Site eligibility for federal Nurse Corps student loan repayment programs
• Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance 
• Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education
• Site eligibility for some federal & state programs for student loan forgiveness

In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.