Registered Nurse
St Louis, MO, US, 63108-2707
Since its founding in 1985, Queen of Peace Center (QOPC) has been providing family-centered behavioral healthcare for women, children, and families. As a member of the Federation of Catholic Charities, we serve the metropolitan and surrounding St. Louis area through four core programs: prevention, education, treatment, and housing.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Sr. Clinical Director, the Nurse will perform skilled nursing services and clinical tasks that promote the overall health and well-being for both inpatient and outpatient clients. These services are performed in accordance with the physician’s orders and under the direction of the Sr. Clinical Director. These services are performed in accordance with the physician’s orders and may include nursing assessments, COWS, CIWA and other substance use related assessments. These duties will be performed professionally and enthusiastically in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Queen of Peace Center.
Job Responsibilities
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Evaluate and document client interactions in the agency’s EHR system to include at least 6 hours per day Included but not limited to Adult Health History, Updated Medication List, Assist with appointments for Primary Care Provider, GYN provider, Intake Assessments etc.)
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Care for 24 adult residential inpatient clients (and children) and provide metabolic screenings for outpatient clients.
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Provide education on MAT to clients and co-workers
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Focus on education, disease prevention, medical screening and medication management
Job Requirements
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Perform nursing assessments
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Administer screening tools, such as COWS, CIWA
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Substance Use Disorders & Treatment Protocols preferred.
Queen of Peace Center does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Queen of Peace Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.