Registered Nurse- Lancaster, OH

This position is located in Lancaster, OH but will need to travel to the Columbus office once a month. 

Hours are Monday- Friday- 8 am- 4:30 pm

 Essential Functions: 

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  Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.

  
  


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  Update and maintain client charts

  
  


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  Provide diagnostic tests as directed and/or needed

  
  


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  Establish and maintain an open line of communication with all therapists, program managers, and off campus programs

  
  


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  Provides ongoing education for infectious disease, Hepatitis, vitals, and medications for employees

  
  


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  Attend nursing meetings as scheduled

  
  


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  Carry out orders as received from doctors and/or nurse practitioners

  
  


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  Monitor height, weight, blood pressure, and pulse of clients and reports to doctors and/or nurse practitioners

  
  


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  May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events, specific projects, or program changes

  
  


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  Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.

  
  


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  Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.

  
  


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  Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts. 

  
  

For Outpatient Treatment staff nurse: 

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  Complete prior authorizations for medication and return phone calls to clients/families prior to end of shift

  
  


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  Coordinate the medical portion of client care while receiving services at OhioGuidestone

  
  


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  Complete nursing assessments for clients

  
  


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  Assist with referrals for clients to see health care professionals

  
  


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  Rotate shift or site as need based on staffing needs

  
  


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  Provides ongoing education on mental health diagnosis and medications 

  
  

Education & Experience: 

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  Associate’s degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred

  
  


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  Valid State of Ohio Registered Nursing License required

  
  


• Experience and/or knowledge with mental health and substance abuse within children, adolescents and adult population preferred 


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  Outpatient office experience recommended 

  
  

Qualifications: 

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  Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact

  
  


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  Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people

  
  


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  Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment

  
  


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  Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients 

  
  


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  Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.

  
  


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  Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.

  
  


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  Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc. 

  
  


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  Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs. 

  
  


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  Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.

  
  


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  Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.