You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Treatment Nurse to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for direct patient care, clinical assessments, medication and lab oversight, emergency response, and health education. You will act as a key point of contact for residents, ensuring quality care is provided in a safe and compliant environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform medical intake for new residents, including reviewing recent provider visits, current medications, and required accommodations.
- Conduct patient health assessments, provide basic wound care, and respond to medical or psychiatric emergencies.
- Oversee the medication observation program and manage the CLIA-waived laboratory.
- Respond immediately to medical and psychiatric emergencies using established protocols.
- Order and arrange transport for medical and nursing supplies, monitoring expiration dates.
- Provide health education and promote healthy behaviors to the community.
- Act as the primary point of contact for medical intake, medications, lab services, and health education.
- Participate in internal quality improvement teams aligned with organizational goals.
Qualifications
- Active Washington State RN License (Registered Nurse).
- Current CPR/BLS Certification.
- Knowledge of medication administration and psychiatric diagnoses.
- Experience or interest in working with the American Indian/Alaska Native population is preferred.
Skills
- Ability to perform medical intakes, patient assessments, basic wound care, and phlebotomy.
- Competency in overseeing medication observation programs and ensuring CLIA-waived laboratory compliance.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
