WSi is currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for an esteemed client located in Lakewood, CO. The RN provides on-site nursing and attendant care to adults residing in the center’s Residential Recovery program located in Lakewood, Colorado. The RN will provide direct care, nursing services, and medication administration to adults participating in substance use disorder treatment. You will also be helping out on the youth side if needed. 

Position Details:

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 5 eight hour shifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care, nursing services, and medication administration to residents as per program regulations and individual treatment plans, including the collection of medical specimens.
• Conduct patient assessments for new admissions.
• Administer medications safely and accurately, documenting all medications received and/or refused.
• Offer nursing support by acting as the “on-call” RN for the Youth residential unit when necessary. 
• Prepare discharge summaries and instructions, encompassing medication management, interpretation of laboratory values, follow-up provider appointments, and other relevant information. Communicate these discharge instructions to parents/guardians and address any questions they may have.
• Provide ongoing direct care, nursing services, and medication administration to clients in accordance with program regulations and individual treatment plans, including the collection of medical specimens.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today!

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:

• The candidate must have graduated from an accredited nursing school and hold a current Colorado or compact RN license.
• Candidates must possess and maintain current BLS certification.
• Compliance with all internal training and licensing requirements must be maintained at all times.
• Strong assessment skills across various fields are preferred, though not mandatory.
• Proficiency in critical thinking, problem-solving, and excellent documentation skills are essential.
• Knowledge of ASAM is required.
• Experience with EMR systems, specifically Avatar, is preferred.
• Experience in substance use services is required.