RN Per Diem Day Shift--Detox and Residential Nurse I

Renew360°•Toms River, NJ

95d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse for Detox/Residential works in the medically managed detoxification or residential unit alongside RNs, LPNs, Detox Counselors, and Physicians. The nurse collects and documents objective and subjective information, establishes nursing diagnoses to guide care planning, provides direct care, and ensures nursing orders are implemented safely. The nurse may serve as the designated Charge Nurse and supervise LPN nursing staff. Experience with mental illness, substance use disorders, or community health is required. If the nurse is in recovery from substance use disorder, two years of continuous recovery is required. This is a per diem, in-person, onsite role providing nursing care to patients in detoxification and residential treatment. Duties include assessments, medication administration, monitoring and documentation, patient safety rounds, patient education, coordination of follow-up and referrals, discharge preparation, and communication with clinical and organizational staff. The nurse maintains confidentiality and professional boundaries, follows applicable nursing regulations and organizational policies, and contributes to a safe, clean, and supportive care environment.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing.
Current RN license.
Driver's license.
BLS certification.
Experience with mental illness, substance use disorders, or community health.
If in recovery from substance use disorder, two years of continuous recovery.
Strong client engagement and motivational skills.
Knowledge of addiction treatment, withdrawal management, and vital-sign monitoring.
Ability to maintain a clean and safe environment in compliance with NJ OSHA and nursing standards.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in MS Office 365, EHR systems, and virtual meeting platforms.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and critical thinking.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Conflict-resolution and de-escalation skills.
Cultural competence and respect in diverse settings.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to drive as part of job duties.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds and occasional pushing or pulling 21–75 pounds.
Good hearing and vision.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to medical detox and residential treatment patients and ensure patient safety in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Maintain patient confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Answer phones and assist with light housekeeping as necessary.
Collect vital signs, assess changes in patient condition, and notify the prescriber of abnormalities or medical-status changes as needed.
Administer medications and PRN medications according to orders; monitor effects and document medications and efficacy in the EMAR.
Complete nursing admission assessments, patient searches, admission orders, and medication reconciliation.
Prepare sick lists for patients needing physician or advanced-practice-provider follow-up and lab lists for patients needing phlebotomy appointments.
Coordinate referrals to contracted psychiatrists for dual-diagnosis clients.
Facilitate assigned health education groups and document attendance and participation.
Complete shift charting, including medication compliance, program participation, patient concerns, nutritional intake, and vital signs according to protocol.
Perform wound care, venipuncture, and diabetic testing as needed.
Inspect AEDs, emergency kits, oxygen tanks, and diabetic equipment nightly and document inspections; complete refrigerator logs daily.
Conduct and document patient safety rounds according to protocol.
Arrange patient transfers to a designated emergency room as needed.
Assist clients with wellness and self-care tasks; use motivational interviewing and active listening to support recovery.
Schedule required off-site medical or dental appointments when indicated.
Provide recovery education and medical training as directed.
Maintain a safe, clean environment in compliance with NJ OSHA, company policies, state administrative rules, and nursing scope of practice.
Follow state board of nursing regulations, OARs, and Renew360 standards of care.
Prepare patient discharge instructions and medications.
Complete shift reports and communicate pertinent patient information to the DON, ADON, physicians, APNs, and Executive Director; provide verbal handoff to incoming staff before leaving duty.
Supervise LPN nursing staff when assigned and perform other assigned duties.
Align with the organization's mission, vision, and values; foster an inclusive and respectful workplace; and support organizational goals.
Follow organizational policies and confidentiality requirements, attend required meetings, complete training on time, and maintain current certifications and licenses.
Work independently and collaboratively and perform other organizational duties as needed.