Registered Nurse FT 12 hour day shifts rotating schedule

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Crownsville, MD

2d•$44 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a compassionate nurse looking to make a meaningful impact beyond traditional bedside care? At our organization, nursing is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to help individuals reclaim their lives through recovery, healing, and support. Our mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions — regardless of individual circumstances. We are looking for nurses who lead with empathy, thrive in collaborative environments, are passionate about behavioral health and recovery support, and want their work to have lasting impact. Every day, our team helps individuals rediscover hope, rebuild relationships, and achieve lasting recovery. If you are passionate about helping people overcome substance use and mental health challenges and want to work for an organization committed to dignity, compassion, and recovery for all, we encourage you to apply. Join a team that believes recovery is possible and works every day to provide the support, treatment, and encouragement individuals need to build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Together, we can make recovery accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
Must have an active -in good standing- license (RN) valid in the state in which clinical will practice.
Must also possess current CPR Certification.

Nice To Haves

RN 1: May be recent graduate of approved nursing school with up to one (1) year experience.
RN 2: Two (2) to five (5) years nursing experience, with one (1) year in addictions, mental health, or related specialty.
RN 3: Five (5) or more years nursing experience, with two (2) years in addictions, mental health, or related specialty

Responsibilities

Perform initial nursing assessment for clients within 24 hours of admission in accordance with established program policies and state regulation.
Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure complete physical examinations, as well as required additional health screenings and supplemental tests.
Administer medications, as well supervise the self-administered medications, where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
Counsel clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management etc.
Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety, adequate care, and provider compliance for payment.
Ensure proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
Assist in the facilitation of special events, including, but not limited to: staff training, staff retreat, workshops and facility events.
Implement health seminars, including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed.
Implement and assure adherence to infection control policies and practices.
Provide education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance.
Maintain RN license with good standing.
Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or designee.