At The Maples, we focus on helping teenage girls who are struggling with their mental health, including trauma, disordered eating, and/or substance abuse. We are currently searching for compassionate nurses to work at our new residential treatment center facility in Hammond.
QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Certification in Basic Life Support required.
• Certification in non-violent crisis intervention.

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• Participates in the planning, coordinating and documenting total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Accurately reports and records the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change.
• Prepares clinical/progress notes daily and incorporates into the clinical record weekly, and documents monthly recertifications/Master Treatment Plan Updates in coordination with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Assists the patient with activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques.
• Educates and supervises other healthcare personnel in providing continuity of care.
• Initiates and sustains the implementation of all physician orders.
• Remains cognizant of Medicare reimbursement criteria, current charting needs and dates of recertification of all patients under his/her care and supervision.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes.
• Participates in case conferences, in-services, and other programs and meetings as needed.
• Facilitates nursing psych-education groups as needed. Assures complete and timely documentation of each group facilitated.
• Complete Nursing Health Screen for every new admission. Communicate any issues/concerns with physician.
• Assist with nursing Performance Improvement contributions to problem identification, investigation, actions and monitoring of resolutions in effecting patient care and customer satisfaction systems.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care in coordination with other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Facilitates appropriate nursing action(s) in response to administrative directives and a changing healthcare environment.
• Participates, as directed by the DON, in the QAPI plan, Infection Control initiatives, risk management data collection, clinical chart audits and assures that all deficiencies and clearly identified for compliance.
• Coordinates with ancillary support services: Dietary, Laboratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, Psychological Services, etc.
• Responsible for obtaining needed resources to address patient care needs such as: emergency medical treatment and transfers, medications, medical treatment, etc.
• Is responsible for communicating to the physician when medical complications arise outside of the scope of hospital services, obtaining orders from MD and facilitating transfer of patient when applicable.
• Responsible for medication administration and assuring all MD orders are followed and documented accordingly during the assigned shift.
• Performs other duties and special projects as required.

What makes THE MAPLES a great choice?
At THE MAPLES, we are growing family and we understand the importance of striking a balance between family and professional life. It is our goal to provide employees with:

• Competitive salary
• Professional development training available
• Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401k
• Work-life balance
• Organizational growth opportunities
• Rewards and Employee Recognition programs

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Pre-employment screenings and verification of credentials (if applicable) is required prior to start date.
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