Registered Nurse Substance Abuse

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - Outpatient Clinic (Substance Abuse Focus)

Location

• Ketchikan, AK

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Days shift, 1 shift per week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nursing services within the outpatient outpatient clinic, supporting providers and staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Assist in clinic operations, including opening and closing procedures, maintaining supplies, and ensuring a safe and clean environment.
• Perform assessments, specimen collection, and medication inventory management, ensuring all procedures adhere to standards.
• Accurately document all care and services provided, maintaining compliance with policies and protocols.
• Support patient education, infection control, and safety procedures, participating in ongoing training and competency assessments.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs and optimize clinic efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Alaska or another U.S. state
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Clinical competency within 3 months of hire, with ongoing reassessment every three years

Preferred Experience / Skills

• At least 1 year of acute care nursing experience preferred
• Experience in addiction services or substance abuse treatment preferred
• Knowledge of nursing processes, safety, infection control principles, and customer service skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Join Us

• Join a dedicated team providing impactful outpatient care in a vibrant community setting.
• Gain valuable experience in substance abuse treatment and outpatient clinic operations within an organization committed to professional growth and excellent patient outcomes.