RN, Residential: Full-Time 40 Hours (3:00pm-12:00am)

Registered NurseAt Root Center for Advanced Recovery, we build relationships that empower patients with the courage and ability to change by providing guidance and support throughout every step of recovery. We are caring, knowledgeable professionals who believe in honoring the potential of every individual while continually renewing ourselves, embracing new perspectives, and recognizing that progress is the destination. For more than 150 years, we have remained committed to inspiring hope and strengthening the communities we serve.Responsible for the coordination of all medical services and assisting with the day-to-day operations of the residential program, consistent with policies and procedures of the Root Center for Advanced Recovery, CARF, Primary Care standards and CT-DPH regulations. The RN will provide high-quality nursing care to the residents and ensuring their overall well-being.We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability, a generous retirement plan with employer contributions, four weeks of PTO, paid holidays (including your birthday), professional development funding, annual bonus eligibility, excellent work-life balance with a 40-hour work week and eligibility for multiple NHSC Loan Repayment Programs.Hourly Rate Range: $38.46 to $46.16Essential Functions:Assess patients and their medical records for appropriateness of admission into residential program; Perform a nursing assessment on all patients as part of the intake processConsults with outside patient providers and treatment programsCarries out provider orders within scope of practice, including medical administration and treatmentOversight of patient medication managementWork within and multidisciplinary team to develop patient treatment plansAssists with discharge planningFacilitate client education groupsProvides education to patients and their familiesActs as a resource for crisis interventionWorks with clinical team and provider to address any patient medical or behavioral issues that may arise during inpatient treatmentPerform a nursing assessment upon any change in patient conditionMaintain accurate and detailed medical recordsAssist Program manager with oversight of techniciansProvides on-call coverage for consultations and emergency servicesMay be asked to perform other duties not outside scope of practice to ensure operational stability of facilityTransport patients safely in agency vehicle from facility to appointments and other venues on an as needed basis.Qualifications/Skills Required:Current active license in the State of Connecticut as a Registered Nurse with at least one year of nursing experience and demonstrated ability and sensitivity to work with patients within the scope of this rehabilitation program. BSN degree preferred. Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN) or Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (or is actively pursuing credentialing) is preferred. Adult CPR/AED or BLS certification must be obtained and maintained within the initial 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe/clear driving record.Root Center is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Root considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Root Center discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.