City
Phoenix
State
AZ
Position Id
3230
REGISTERED NURSE - TEMP ASSIGNMENT - July 7th - July 25th

$55.00/HOUR

This is a temporary opportunity working from 7:00am - 3:30pm Mon - Fri. -
Phoenix, Az.

Responsible for the delivery and evaluation of patient care in a residential treatment facility; ensuring the
health, comfort and safety of clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Conducts assessments of each new admission within regulations to document and promote
continuity of care.
 Conducts Health Screenings of children residing with clients in residential treatment.
 Performs and records medical assessments, such as BP readings, pulse rates, temperature
readings, TB testing; monitors the collection of urine specimens, etc.
 Works with primary care providers and other health care providers to ensure continuity,
timeliness and appropriateness of care to clients and evaluates the process on an on-going basis to
assure effectiveness.
 Oversees client self-medication procedures and recordkeeping. Providing staff trainings.
 Modifies the plan of care to provide appropriate comfort during times of physical and emotional
distress.
 Observes, monitors and reports signs, symptoms and changes in client’s conditions in a timely
matter and accurately documents nursing care given.
 Provides new staff with TB testing as needed.
 Identifies clients’ needs or goals and helps to determine priorities of care.
 Accurately administers, reports and documents prescription medications and/or therapeutic
treatments, such as wound care, skin care or care for minor injuries/illnesses.
 Assists clients in scheduling appropriate healthcare appointments including medical, dental,
vision.
 Provides medical information on a need to know basis.
 Complies with program standards and regulations pertaining to the delivery of medical services in
residential treatment facilities and/or outpatient settings.
 Appropriate response during medical emergencies.
 Participates in shift change report by collecting and/or providing information.
 Participates in discharge planning and teachings.
 Interacts with family members, utilizing therapeutic communication to promote trust and
effective after care.
 Maintains confidentiality/HIPAA guidelines.
 Participates in promoting a safe client environment by continuously monitoring for hazards.

EDUCATIONAL/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:


 Current Registered Nurse licensure with State of Arizona
 Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
 One (1) year prior professional nursing experience, in substance abuse treatment facility
preferred.
 Current Fingerprint Clearance card.
 First Aid and CPR certified.


SKILLS REQUIREMENT:
 Demonstrates knowledge of medical protocols (including biohazard protocols) and interventions,
medications, medical techniques, applications, and appliances utilized to assist clients with
chronic medical conditions accurately and safely.
 Understanding of psychopharmacology and the use of medications with the adults and/or
substance abuse population.
 Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention, and interventions common to clients
with addictive disease as well as to non-violent crisis intervention practice.
 Ability to use sound judgment in decision making regarding the care and comfort of clients in
physical or emotional distress.
 Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
 Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide
range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors.
 Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem- solving and organizational and time management
skills.
 Must be able to work cooperatively with others in a team approach.
 Experience in working with the diverse cultures

For more information, contact Ren'e Pelayo at 602 788-5890 ext 116 email at rene@apnusa.com