Registered Nurse
Horizon Health and Wellness, United States
Job Description
Join the growing and changing Horizon Health and Wellness team under our new Chief Executive Officer and executive leadership team. Horizon Health and Wellness provides quality integrated services to our patients. The agency provides professional opportunities to our staff for growth and development. Our mission at Horizon Health and Wellness is to provide integrated healthcare that addresses the whole person and promotes wellness using best practices to enhance the quality of life of the individuals, families and communities we serve. With our collaborative and innovative approach, we are making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Join our team of nearly 600 employees who share a passion for our mission and a commitment to service.
When you join our team, you’re making an investment in your potential. We work with each of our employees to ensure they have the tools and resources to provide the very best patient care. From on-the-job training and training offerings to licensing and tuition reimbursement, you can grow both personally and professionally. We are committed to creating a workforce that directly reflects the diversity in the communities we serve. As a result, we actively recruit and hire individuals with various backgrounds, skills and experiences. We strongly believe this dedication to inclusion is the key to providing exceptional care.
Position Summary
Provide professional nursing care to Horizon Participants. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position that includes tasks or duties(i.e., driving) that the employer in good faith believes could affect the safety, health or reputation of the Agency, participants, the employee performing the task or others
Requirements
Responsible for filing medi planners for residential and community based participants and updating of medication list.
Administer medication as ordered by physician.
Responsible for ordering medication for refills.
Monitor effects of medication.
Field medically related telephone calls to medical office.
Perform blood draws for HIV testing and other lab work.
Monitor Clozaril participants - coordinate weekly blood draws and special orders of Clozaril.
Give Haldol Deconoate and prolixin Decanoate as ordered and any other injectable medications as required.
Utilize glucometer to assist in monitoring participants' blood glucose levels.
Responsible for inspection of medication storage areas and appropriate disposal of out of date medications.
Keep medical room stocked with appropriate supplies.
Responsible for accurate and timely completion of paperwork.
Be available for staff consultation.
Work with medical secretary and doctor to provide appropriate coverage.
Assist in emergency situations.
Participate in performance improvement as required.
Qualifications Required
Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the State of Arizona and has 2 years Associate’s degree.
Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
Possess valid driver's license with acceptable driving records, home telephone and reliable transportation.
CPR and First Aid qualified.
Ability to make independent decisions.
Ability to type and working knowledge/familiarity with computers and electronic clinical record keeping.
Must obtain and maintain a Fingerprint clearance card and pass a background check.
Qualifications Preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Previous Psychiatric nursing experience.
Benefits
Generous Benefits Package
11 paid Holidays, choice of three (3) Medical plans, Retirement Plan (401k), Life amp; ADamp;D Plan, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and loan repayment through the National Health Service Corp.
Make an investment in your potential by providing integrated healthcare that addresses the whole person and promotes wellness.