Float Nurse - LVN/LPN/RN

Symetria Recovery•Houston, TX

22h•$31 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Symetria Recovery is hiring a Float Nurse to support its outpatient substance abuse treatment clinics in the Houston area. The organization provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment, with a focus on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), in an outpatient setting. Services include MAT, medically monitored psychiatric care, individual and group therapy, nursing care, and aftercare. The nurse works with the Director of Nursing, medical provider, clinical staff, and Program Director to support treatment decisions and patient care. The role includes dispensing and managing medications, monitoring patients’ health, performing tests and procedures, documenting care, and maintaining medication and supply inventories. The position requires travel among clinics in Spring, College Station, Sugar Land, and Houston. This is a full-time role with regular 8-hour workdays. Depending on clinic needs, Monday through Thursday shifts are 5:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. or 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Fridays are 5:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; and every other Saturday morning is 6:30–9:00 a.m. Schedules may vary to meet coverage needs. The stated compensation range is $31.00–$34.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as an LVN, LPN, or RN.
Current, valid, unrestricted LVN, LPN, or RN license in Texas.
Active driver's license in the state of the assigned clinic.
Experience dispensing, handling, ordering, and stocking medications.
Ability to follow and provide clear, detailed instructions.
Ability to multitask and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain professional relationships with patients and staff.
Ability to work under pressure while remaining organized and focused.
Physical ability to perform occasional bending, reaching, and stretching.
Attention to detail and ability to concentrate for extended periods.
Availability to support staffing needs during clinic operating hours, including rotating Saturday mornings.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an LVN, LPN, or RN in substance use treatment, preferably MAT, or in a behavioral health setting.
Experience using KIPU or another EMR.
Knowledge of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Knowledge of the recovery process and terminology.

Responsibilities

Work with the Director of Nursing, medical provider, clinical staff, and Program Director to contribute to treatment decisions.
Dispense medications and ensure appropriate medical care is administered to patients in recovery.
Interact with patients daily, providing support and helping improve their health and well-being.
Monitor patients’ vital signs and other physical health information, and maintain accurate records, including treatment results.
Collect blood samples and monitor and attend to patients’ physical needs.
Administer injectable medications at the prescribed dosage and time; educate clients about side-effect management; and obtain pharmacy pre-authorizations when needed.
Administer and read PPD, pregnancy, tuberculosis screening, and drug-screen tests, and document results.
Maintain accurate inventories of medicines and medical supplies, order replacements in a timely manner, and reconcile Methadone, Suboxone, and Subutex inventory at the conclusion of dosing.
Follow Symetria policies, state regulations, federal guidelines, and DEA regulations.
Perform assigned duties according to the work schedule.
Travel to other clinics within the Houston area, including Spring, College Station, Sugar Land, and Houston.