Registered Nurse - Withdrawal Management

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri

Department: NN Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Registered Nurse (RN), where you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, person-centered care across a variety of settings, including residential, outpatient, crisis, and community-based environments. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting clients through medical and behavioral health services while promoting recovery, stability, and overall wellness. If you are a skilled and empathetic nurse who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about integrated care, this role allows you to contribute to life-changing outcomes.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing services including assessments, care coordination, medication management, and health education. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure clients receive holistic care that supports both their physical and behavioral health needs.

This position offers:

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture – An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits – Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform nursing assessments and evaluate client physical health status using strong clinical judgment
• Complete screenings, document medical histories, and record vital signs while coordinating follow-up care
• Monitor client health status and collaborate with treatment team members to ensure coordinated care
• Develop action plans that address both physical and behavioral health needs
• Provide disease prevention education, health promotion, and risk reduction strategies
• Coordinate medical care including scheduling appointments and managing acute medical concerns
• Administer and monitor medications in accordance with regulatory standards and physician orders
• Educate clients and families on medication adherence and treatment plans
• Monitor lab results and medication side effects and coordinate with providers as needed
• Assist physicians or advanced practice providers with client exams and medical procedures
• Coordinate medication access, including communication with pharmacies and indigent medication programs
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Respond effectively to medical and behavioral health crisis situations
• Support infection control, client hygiene, and overall health monitoring practices
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
• Demonstrate commitment to organizational goals and perform other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Willingness to become licensed in additional states as needed
• Comfortable providing telehealth services
• For FQHC settings: BCLS certification required and ACLS certification preferred

Additional Qualifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing behavioral health and substance use challenges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in crisis situations
• Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for typing and documentation
• Ability to sit for extended periods with occasional walking or standing
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a sedentary work environment

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

• A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources
• A mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities
• A mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.