St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations. St. John’shas been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value.

St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Currently licensed and registered to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Behavioral Health Nursing experience desired. The Staff Nurse is responsible for providing health assessments, working with the treatment team to define a treatment plan, providing health education and counseling and administering Methadone.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Administers medication to patients; prepares in-house and take-home doses.
2. Assists the MD/PA in conducting the required initial and annual physical examinations on patients.
3. Consistently documents the narcotic count daily.
4. Performs a daily check of the Emergency Medication Cabinet and records any expired medications.
5. Prepares and records urine samples for laboratory testing.
6. Interviews patients at the time of intake and annual review in order to complete a health history, provide health education, and make appropriate referrals.
7. Responsible for following up with all patient referrals and recommendations.
8. Set up courtesy dosing with our patients and/or visiting patients.
9. Evaluate and assess patients for alertness, gait, signs, and symptoms of drug or alcohol intoxication prior to medicating him/her.
10. Utilizes the group process in working with clients and co-lead groups.
11. Updates and maintains clinic records and/or patient charts with requested initial and annual physical examinations.
12. Participates in Quality Assurance/Improvement.
13. Maintains proper documentation in patient records including computer and hard copy format.
14. Consistently demonstrates knowledge of Federal and NYS regulations pertaining to Methadone treatment.
15. Provides medical counseling and medical intervention concerning, chemical dependency and how it relates to health problems (emphasizing HIV and Hep C related issues).
16. Effectively manages and responds to patients who exhibit behavior problems or are manipulative on the unit in a professional and therapeutic manner.
17. Assumes responsibility for all treatments being carried out as ordered.
18. Responsible for duties of nursing supervisor in his/her absence.
19. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control.
20. Performs EKG testing on patients when requested by medical staff.

• Currently licensed and registered to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Behavioral Health Nursing experience desired.
• At least one year of professional experience in a clinical unit or Opioid Treatment Program.
• Current registration as New York State RN and CPR Certification.