Registered Nurse -Per Diem Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) Staff Nurse

Location: Boca Recovery Center Bloomington, Indiana Department: Medical / Nursing Reports To: Medical Director / Director of Nursing (DON) Shift: Per Diem Nights, (12-hour shifts, 7p7a)

Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts, our programs deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed, client-centered care in a supportive and structured environment. Our team is committed to promoting long-term recovery and wellness.

Position Purpose

The Registered Nurse provides a high level of medical care as the first step toward long-term healing for individuals struggling with addiction. This role requires excellent communication between patients, providers, clinicians, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate treatment.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Minimum Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of substance abuse or psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with patients, families, and staff.

Licensure/Certification

• Active Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Active CPR Certification (AHA or ARC).
• Must maintain current licensure and CPR certifications annually.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong assessment and triage skills, including CIWA/COWS.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication across diverse audiences.
• Flexibility in responding to changing clinical situations.
• Competence in obtaining vital signs and conducting complete assessments.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with the care team.

Age Groups Served

• Adults (18+)

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Medical Duties

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in accordance with facility standards.
• Conduct complete patient assessments and monitor detoxification progress.
• Administer medications accurately, including controlled substances.
• Maintain controlled medication ledgers and complete shift-to-shift narcotic counts.
• Complete CIWA/COWS assessments and document findings.
• Triage medical complaints, determining urgency and appropriate action.
• Act on verbal orders from medical providers and document timely.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records.
• Complete all medical logs, shift reports, and incident reports.
• Enter physician orders into the EMR. (KIPU)
• Maintain written logs and monitor client activities.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians, physicians, staff, and families.
• Provide nurse-to-nurse reports for hospital transfers and returns.
• Respond promptly to emails and interdepartmental communication.

Infection Control & Safety

• Implement and monitor infection control procedures.
• Report communicable diseases per state regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and positive peer support.

Patient Support & Education

• Educate clients on medications, withdrawal symptoms, and health conditions.
• Lead HIV/Hepatitis education groups and Nutrition groups.
• Provide therapeutic interactions and support through client recovery.

Collaboration & Team Participation

• Participate in shift handoffs and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings.
• Assist with training Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs).
• Stay beyond scheduled shift when necessary for staffing or patient safety.