RN/Registered Nurse Weekend - NIGHT SHIFT - Emergency Nursing

Registered Nurses (RN) at Recovery Centers of America render professional nursing care to patients with behavioral healthcare needs and perform total patient care assigned, including administering prescribed medications. The RN works with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist with treatment plans. Maintains patients' medical records on nursing observations. May assist physician during treatment and examination of patient.

Plans and provides nursing care for patients.

Makes nursing diagnosis of the medical status of patients and recommends treatment options.

Consults with medical, clinical, and other behavioral healthcare staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients.

Arranges further medical attention when necessary.

Assists the client in understanding the nature of mental health disorders, the disease of addiction and the need for treatment.

Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician's written orders.

Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping.

Provides courteous, high‑quality service to patients and their loved ones by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner.

Upholds personal and professional ethics and values, considering the values of Recovery Centers of America and respecting the culture, beliefs and abilities of individuals.

Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills.

Identifies problems, involves others in seeking solutions, conducts an appropriate analysis, searches for best solutions; Nursing professionals must be able to work in collaboration with other health professionals and leaders from other disciplines.

Bachelor's degree in nursing, or the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Up-to-date and active registered nursing license in the state where this individual is delivering care.

2 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, addiction services or five years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co‑occurring disorders and DSM criteria and terminology preferred.

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Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; thorough knowledge of facility proprietary systems preferred.

Competency in performing CLIA waived testing.

Registered nurses must demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange with patients, their families, physicians, professional associates, and the health care system.

Patient Care
Patient care includes age‑appropriate assessment, evaluation, and management. Registered Nurses must demonstrate care that is effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of wellness.

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Registered nurses are expected to remain prepared for working long hours. They may also have to work on weekends, holidays and even during night shifts, working closely with the patients.

ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the position and respond appropriately in emergency situations. Ability to administer at least 2 consecutive minutes of quality CPR.

Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be expected.

This consideration will be subject to the standard hiring process and must not compromise ethical standards, patient care, or the reputation of RCA.

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