RN-Methadone Program
Company: WMCHealth
Location: Kingston
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary of Job Purpose Perform nursing care as assigned which
includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, teaching,
evaluation, and implementation of treatment process in accordance
with JCAHO, OASAS and ASAM that directly responds to the needs of
the patient. Essential Job Responsibilities The following is a
summary of the essential functions of this job. The employee may
perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned
below; and specific functions may change from time to time. Perform
nursing assessments of allclients andinitiate the patient care plan
in accordance with information obtained. Monitor and assess
patients for vital signs, signs of impending withdrawal, or other
medical problems. Administers medications according to Kingston
Hospital Nursing policies and procedures andassists in inventory
and storage of facility pharmaceutical supplies. Accurately
transcribe physicians orders in a timely manner and execute under
direction of physician. Actively participate in daily
inter-disciplinary patient update/conference, giving observations
and update of each patient discussed. Responsible for patients to
provide assessment and medication in adherence to guidelines
dictated by Kingston Hospital nursing department and regulations.
Prepares records and reports as required. Participate in providing
a learning environment for nurses, medical staff and counselors
Implement policies and procedures, service delivery standards,
quality assurance and utilization review standards, and Kingston
Hospital nursing division policies and procedures and standards of
nursing care. Performs any other duties as assigned. Schedule
appointments for physicians and prescribing professionals.
Initiate, monitor, and obtain toxicology. Register medications and
access for efficacy with instruction and education as needed.
Manages infection prevention and control activities. Improves staff
compliance with hand hygiene guidelines Identifies risks for
acquiring and spreading infections based on population served
Adheres to DOH compliance with communicable disease guidelines
Develops and implements policies governing control of infections
and communicable diseases. Essential Job Qualifications Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Experience: Previous
acute care nursing with chemically dependent patients preferred
Training/License: Current NYS Registered Nurse Other: N/A
Keywords: WMCHealth, Utica , RN-Methadone Program, Healthcare , Kingston, New York
