Clinical Nurse 1 (TS Expansion)

Why work at SRHD?

We're growing to serve our community better! The Treatment Services Division is excited to expand service hours to include weekends. These extended hours will primarily focus on serving walk-in clients, ensuring timely, flexible access to care for individuals seeking support.

The initial training schedule for this expansion position is Monday through Friday, either 5 : 00am to 1 : 00pm or 6 : 00am to 2 : 00pm, to be determined upon hire. Once the expansion is implemented, the regular schedule will shift to Tuesday through Friday, 10 : 00am to 6 : 00pm, and Saturday, 7 : 00am to 3 : 00pm. Your supervisor will notify you in advance of the effective date and specific hours.

Pay for this position starts at $39.66 per hour, with an additional $4.00 / hour weekend premium applied to Saturday shifts.

Who we are :

The Spokane Regional Health District is passionate about public health and considers it a privilege to be able to provide services to the residents of Spokane County. We are one of 34 local public health agencies serving Washington state's 39 counties. We have approximately 280 employees and serve a population of more than 550,000 in Spokane County.

What we do :

Spokane Regional Health District is organized into six divisions to serve the diverse needs of our community best : Environmental Public Health, Community Health, Treatment Services, Disease Prevention and Response, Administration, and Finance. We consider it a privilege to serve our community with love, compassion, and generosity!

Why you should work with us :

SRHD works hard to create a dynamic work environment that is warm, welcoming, and vibrant. Predictable scheduling, union representation, and a comprehensive benefits package a re just a few reasons to join this amazing team!

What you can expect from us :

Working at the Spokane Regional Health District comes with many perks! Along with the opportunity to make a direct impact on your community's health and well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including :

• 37.5-hour work week
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Pension plan options
• 13 Paid Holidays plus one personal day.
• Paid Vacation (7.5 hours per month).
• Paid Sick Leave (7.5 hours per month).
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive medical benefits
• Career growth and development planning
• And much more...

What you'll be doing

The dispensing nurse will be responsible for the daily dispensing of medication as directed by the Medical Director, Medical Manager, or Division Director. The dispensing nurse will follow the essential functions and basic duties of the clinic and will participate in the weekly staffing for the care and function of the Opioid Treatment Program patient.

Some Essential Functions Include :

• Assist in opening and closing of the dispensary clinic. Appropriately dispense methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, naloxone, and / or other medications such as Antabuse to enrolled OTP clients as ordered by the OTP provider.
• Use medical judgment during the dispensing process to ensure patients are using medications properly and appropriately. Inform the Medical Director, Clinical Nurse Manager, OTP providers, Division Director, SUDPs, and Program Managers as needed about patient care or concerns.
• Perform prescription medication pill counts at the window and ensure appropriate documentation of pill count is obtained.
• Prepare take-home doses of MAT-prescribed medications as prescribed by the Medical Director and / or OTP providers.

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What we need from you

Required Qualifications :

• Current, unencumbered Washington State Registered Nurse license.
• A bachelor's degree involving major studies in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

A combination of education and experience that provides the desired skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform the job may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous experience working with individuals with a history of substance abuse or mental illness.
• Experience working with diversified populations.

Check out our website below

If you share our values, we want to hear from you! For more information about SRHD and to apply online, visit our website at https : / / www.srhd.org / about-srhd