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Unit Coordinator

Assist the licensed nurse with all areas of physical and emotional aspects of chemically dependent students.

Responsibilities:

• Take and chart student's vital signs. Observe physical and emotional state.
• Report abnormalities to nurse in a timely manner.
• Assist RN/LPN to provide appropriate care in case of emergencies.
• Chart observations and conditions for detox period.
• Ability to accurately complete documentation.
• Gather medical information and history to assist in admission process.
• Attend 75% of nursing department meetings.
• Willingness to work different shifts as needed.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Confidentiality and Ethics.
• Prepare for and perform venipuncture.
• Maintain inventory of stock medication, prescription refills and medical supplies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current CPR certification.
• Current 1st Aid certification.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• 1 year medical/surgical experience as a Registered Medical Assistant.
• Physical and emotional health adequate to perform duties.
• Valid Colorado driver's license and eligible for coverage by Harmony Foundation insurance carrier.
• If recovering from chemical dependency, 1 year of continuous sobriety.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate with detachment, understanding, and empathy to chemically dependent students.
• Willingness to gain knowledge and understanding of the disease concept and individual counseling procedures in the treatment of chemical dependency.
• Willingness to obtain basic knowledge of the emotional and physical aspects associated with chemical dependency.
• Personal maturity reflected by sound judgment and decision making abilities.
• Ability to function as a team member r of the nursing department.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all Harmony staff. Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Is dependable, has a minimal amount of unscheduled paid time off and shows up on time every workday.
• Always gives Harmony best work and handles constructive criticism appropriately.
• Physical health adequate to manipulate stairway, access all areas of Harmony's grounds, assist with ambulation and perform CPR.
• Physical ability to lift a maximum of 50lbs.

Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to [email protected] or call 970-577-4718