Admissions Officer / RN

Division: IHS - Partridge House

Salary Range: $39,852.80 – 60,652.80 29-1111

Status: Full-time, exempt

Deadline: Ohiarihkó:wa/July 20, 2012

General Description:
The Admissions Officer/RN has two primary functions. As a member of a multidisciplinary addiction treatment team that guides the overall care, support, and family engagement process at the Partridge House, a 16-bed American Indian inpatient program, is responsible for overall nursing care of patients, including assessments, planning of care, teaching of daily living skills and evaluation of expected outcomes; administration of medications; reviewing test results; communicating with physicians, nurse practitioners and other healthcare team members to ensure the highest quality patient care; and referral to aftercare services. As Admissions Officer, facilitates the admission process which requires regular contact with referring sources, processing admission packets and ensuring that criteria for admission is met and scheduling intake. The Admissions Officer/RN functions as a member of the administrative team responsible for policies, procedures, and quality assurance. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the provision of program (e.g., health lectures), carrying a case load (1-2), transportation to medical appointments, and medical triage on weekends and after business hours (on-call). This position requires valid NYS Registered Professional Nurse licensure, in good standing. Certification in addiction nursing (i.e., CARN) or addiction counseling (i.e., CASAC) is a plus.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Functions as a member of the Partridge House Inpatient Program administrative team
Compiles, supervises and documents all necessary information during the referral process
Reviews medical histories, medication lists, and lab work to determine the Level of Care (ASAM Criteria) for all prospective clients
Provides consultation on all prospective referrals to the Inpatient Coordinator and/or Clinical Director to ensure appropriate Level of Care determination, prior to admission
Schedules, coordinates, and otherwise facilitates all admission dates of new clients
Performs Initial Medical Assessments for admissions and validates appropriate Level of Care at time of intake
Reviews and records all medication into the Medical Administration Records (MARS)
Performs and documents all scheduled and random urine screens and breathalyzers of clients
Develops, with the Clinical Director, medical policies and procedures for the delivery of all medical services
Coordinates and schedules all Complete Physical Exams (CPX) with the Family Nurse Practitioner and/or medical staff at the SRMT Health Clinic
On-call status: responsible for Medical Triage services after business hours and on the weekends
Schedules and manages the daily medically-related activities of all clients
Completes inventory of all outdated over-the-counter medications, checks the First Aid Kit and AED machine monthly for restocking and ordering of batteries and otherwise assures adequacy of medications, supplies and equipment
Provides transportation and medical case management for all on-campus medical appointments
Reviews the Medical Administration Records (MARS) for any medication errors
Facilitates Quarterly Assurance Medical Inventory conducted by the SRMT Pharmacy Department
Provides educational lectures on Public Health topics (e.g., smoking, diabetes, medical aspects of addiction, more)
Responsible for the review of Medical Incident Reports
Responsible for participating in supervision sessions
Participates as a member of the Partridge House Inpatient Program Multidisciplinary Team in reviewing intake assessments, treatment plans, progress, and discharge/aftercare plans
Participates in morning report and weekly case consultation meetings
Responsible for completing education and training related to addiction in general and addiction nursing specifically. Certification in addiction and/or addiction nursing is encouraged, e.g., CASAC, CARN)
Represents the Partridge House Inpatient Program in a knowledgeable and professional manner at outreach and community activities conferences, and during routine conversations with referral sources
Maintains all licensing/credentialing requirements and standards (i.e., in good standing)
Performs all duties in an ethical manner and complies with all ethical standards (e.g., professional, tribe)
Maintains all confidentiality standards and regulations (e.g., federal, state, tribe)

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse, in good standing
Minimum of two (2) years experience working in the chemical dependency field
Experienced in working with American Indians in a behavioral health treatment Or Indigenous Healing environment; knowledge of Mohawk language and traditions is an asset
Excellent communication skills, both orally and written
Ability to perform professional caliber work with minimum supervision
Leadership skills
Physically able to carry out the duties of the position
Minimum of three (3) years sobriety (if in recovery from addiction)
Must have and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license
Successful candidate must submit to a urine drug screen
Native American Preference

Background Check and References Required.

Job Closing Date: July 20, 2012

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. To the extent possible, and consistent with job requirements, employees will be recruited from among the members of the Tribe. Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

DRUG TESTING POLICY

The successful applicant for employment must submit to and pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to employment beginning, used solely for employment related purposes.