Registered Nurse
Core
Provide specialised withdrawal management (detox) nursing services, delivering safe, evidence-based and person-centred care to individuals during a critical stage of their recovery journey.
Role type
Registered Nurse (Detox/Withdrawal Management)
Builds
24/7 withdrawal management service for individuals with alcohol and other drug (AOD) dependence
Domain
Healthcare / Addiction Medicine / Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical assessment, medication management, de-escalation techniques, case plan development, risk management, documentation
Preferred skills
Experience in AOD clinical setting, mental health support, First Aid certification, driver's licence
Technologies
Computer systems for documentation
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive nursing assessments and clinical support for withdrawal management; Assess and monitor physical and mental health, identify withdrawal symptoms, and provide interventions; Dispense and administer medications to manage withdrawal symptoms; Liaise with visiting medical officers and facilitate referrals; Complete admission/discharge processes and clinical documentation; Develop and monitor individualised case plans; Identify and manage clinical and behavioural risks; Deliver education and support groups for recovery and harm minimisation.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC