TRIAGE NURSE

Company: MARYHAVEN, INC
Location: Columbus
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

Unique opportunity to join Maryhaven, Central Ohio's largest and most comprehensive behavioral services provider specializing in addiction recovery. We are looking for skilled, talented, and compassionate people to join our team! Maryhaven was founded on the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in 1953, opening our doors to serve an overlooked segment of our population, women in need of substance abuse recovery services. We remain driven by our value of excellence in quality care for all and fostering a culture that embraces dignity of all.Triage Nurse Job Description:Maryhaven is seeking compassionate Triage Nurses dedicated to providing exceptional care for adults dealing with substance abuse issues/mental illnesses. The Triage Nurse will perform nursing assessments and evaluations to facilitate possible admissions to our detox facility. Will screen and assess physical and mental health of adults who present to our 7-bed triage unit, prioritize level of care needs according to urgency, and work with a multidisciplinary team to initiate admissions or referrals for our clients. The Triage Nurse will determine appropriate screening of and response to medical and behavioral emergency conditions. Utilizes CIWA and COWS assessment tools to provide safe and appropriate care for detox protocols. Administer medications and medical treatment as ordered according to instructions of the prescribing provider and in compliance with applicable regulations. Maintain knowledge of and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, as well as company policies and procedures regarding controlled medication dispensing and treatment.Triage Nurse Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with an active, unencumbered license in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse requiredAOD/Psychiatric Nursing experience OR emergency/urgent care experience requiredExcellent time management and clinical prioritization skills are a mustSome weekends are requiredHours are 12-hour shifts, and we are open 24 hours a day, 7 days per weekAll new nurses regardless of status (PT, FT, PRN) or shift (1st, 2nd, 3rd) are REQUIRED to attend a two-week orientation:Nursing orientation occurs Monday through Friday between the hours of 7a and 5pSome days will start at 8 am or 9 am, and some days you will be done by 3 pm or 4 pmYou will receive your final nursing orientation schedule your first day of orientationTriage Nurse Benefits:Salary commensurate with experienceMedical, Vision, & DentalPaid time off13 paid holidays403 (b) Retirement savings planContinuing education and tuition reimbursement options A well-funded and managed non-profit organization driven not by the bottom line, but by helping its customersEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) PI192246570

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