Float Nurse (LPN/RN)

BHG Careers•Chesapeake, VA

11d

About The Position

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is seeking a Medication Float Nurse (LPN or RN) to provide direct patient care and medication administration across a designated group of treatment centers within a geographic area. The nurse travels between locations to cover planned and unplanned staffing needs, which may range from a few days to several weeks, and helps maintain continuity of care and safe, effective treatment center operations. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with early morning hours, and requires regular travel between treatment centers. Assignments and locations may change based on operational needs. The Float Nurse administers methadone and other prescribed medications according to physician orders, protocols, and applicable regulations; conducts nursing assessments; evaluates patients’ dosing and treatment needs; monitors responses; and communicates concerns to the treatment team. The role also involves maintaining medication accountability and records, collecting urine specimens, monitoring laboratory work and clinical documentation, assisting with medication shipments and inventory, collaborating with clinical and operational staff, supporting quality and safety, and assisting with nursing team orientation and training as needed. BHG describes itself as a provider of opioid addiction treatment services committed to compassionate, evidence-based care. The role offers varied work across treatment centers and the opportunity to support patients’ recovery and nursing teams. BHG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state or states where assigned.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly between assigned treatment centers within a designated geographic area.
Flexibility to work at different locations based on changing staffing and operational needs.
Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills, with a commitment to patient safety.

Nice To Haves

Previous nursing experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, or medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
Familiarity with medication administration, patient assessments, and clinical documentation.
Experience working independently and adapting to different clinical environments.
Adaptability when transitioning between treatment centers, teams, and workflows.
Dependability in providing patient care and supporting colleagues.
Ability to build positive working relationships with nursing teams, counselors, and treatment center leadership.
A compassionate, respectful, patient-focused approach to treating individuals with substance use disorders.
Confidence and resourcefulness when working independently, managing competing priorities, and making sound clinical decisions.

Responsibilities

Travel between assigned treatment centers to provide coverage for planned and unplanned staffing needs, including PTO, leaves of absence, vacancies, and emergencies.
Administer methadone and other prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and applicable regulations.
Conduct nursing assessments and evaluate patients for appropriate dosing and treatment needs.
Monitor patient responses and communicate relevant concerns to the treatment team.
Maintain accurate dosing documentation and daily medication inventory reconciliation, and comply with medication storage, handling, and reporting requirements.
Collect urine specimens and maintain accurate patient records.
Monitor required laboratory work and clinical documentation.
Assist with medication shipments and inventory.
Collaborate with Program Directors, Nursing Supervisors, counselors, and fellow nurses to maintain consistent, high-quality patient care.
Follow clinical, regulatory, and safety standards and identify opportunities to improve patient care and treatment center operations.
Assist with orientation, training, and ongoing support of nursing team members as needed.