Actalent is currently seeking Registered Nurses (RN) for our Detoxification Program. The Detox Nurse is responsible for the medical and health-related management of clients, including completing initial nursing assessments, administering medications per detox protocols and/or other MD/APRN order, and assessing clients daily to ensure a safe and successful detox experience. They will monitor for withdrawal symptoms, response to medications, vital signs, and will communicate findings and concerns to MD/APRN. The Detox Nurse will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and will attend all clinical and treatment meetings.

Schedule:

Full-Time 36 hours per week - 12 hour shifts on a 2-week rotating schedule which includes every other weekend.

• Third Shift Available: 7pm-7am

Your Role:

• Complete nursing assessment upon admission to the program

• Oversee the safe administration of medications, being mindful of medication interactions and preventing medication errors

• Maintain client medical health records according to DPH, CARF, TJC, ASAM, OSHA and policies and procedures

• Attend to day-to-day health situations that may arise among clients

• Ensure implementation of appropriate detox protocols and all other policies and procedures

• Monitor withdrawal symptoms of clients and attend to health needs

• Is alert for signs and symptoms of emerging medical or psychiatric complications, and communicates findings/concerns to MD/APRN and other members of the treatment team

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

• Current active CT license as a registered nurse required

• Experience with both general medical and psychiatric populations

• One year experience in substance abuse treatment or behavioral health preferred

• Computer skills (email, Electronic Medical Records & Microsoft Office)

• Understanding and awareness of withdrawal symptoms.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as necessary.

• Able to provide thorough physical assessments of clients

Compensation:

• The base salary range for the position is $35.00-$45.00 per hour before any shift differentials. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

• The following shift differentials are offered on top of the normal hourly rate:

• Overnight 11pm-7am - $9.00 per hour

• Evening 3pm-11pm - $4.00 per hour

• Compensation is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Full-Time Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package

• Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year

• Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.