Full-time RN Health Coordinator

St. Joseph’s Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers

Location: Recovery Campus – Massena, NY

Position: Full-time RN Health Coordinator

Shift/schedule: Tuesday-Saturday / 7:00a-3:30p

Pay Range: $34.00/hr to $42.00/hr

Position Summary: Under the guidance of the Medical Director, responsible for the provision of nursing services to the residents.

Education and Training: NYS Registered Nurse License.  Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, including knowledge of population. CPR/First Aid Instructor.

Qualifications and Requirements:  

• Work experience relevant to degree and certification requirements

• Is trustworthy in safeguarding confidential information


• Maintains and pursues continued professional education

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for provision of nursing services to residents.


• Conducts admission process for prospective residents.


• Conducts and interprets comprehensive nursing assessments and mental health exam.


• Develops measurable treatment plan objectives based on the Strengths, Needs, Abilities, Preferences (SNAP) Model, as well as initial and ongoing medical assessment.


• Initiates weekly medical progress notes and treatment plan review note and clearly documents all medical treatment received.


• Contributes to aftercare plan development relative to ongoing medical needs.


• Conducts didactic lectures on topics related to health and addiction.


• Ensures the provision of education, risk education, counseling and referral services to all patients regarding HIV and AIDS, tuberculosis, hepatitis, sexually transmitted diseases and other communicable diseases.


• Assists with the education of residents and staff regarding psychotropic medications, potential side effects, and related medical concerns.


• Delivers CPR training to SJATRC employees.


• Adheres to Pharmacy Services Policy in its entirety, inclusive of controlled substance policy, procedures, and monitors.


• Actively participates in meetings, committees, and quality assurance activities.


• Responsible for additional duties as may be assigned by the Program Director.


• Has knowledge of medical and psychiatric issues specific to population.


• Assess and monitor residents experience signs and symptoms of withdrawal using appropriate withdrawal scales.