Part-Time Registered Nurse
About The Position
At Clearfork Academy, we provide high-quality substance abuse and mental health treatment for adolescents and young adults. We're seeking a compassionate, dependable, and clinically focused Registered Nurse (RN) who enjoys balancing direct patient care with collaboration, clinical problem-solving, and leadership responsibilities. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced treatment environment, values established clinical protocols, enjoys working closely with multidisciplinary teams, and takes pride in helping patients safely navigate recovery. If you are motivated by meaningful work, changing priorities, and making a measurable impact on patient outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Current Handle With Care certification required or ability to obtain upon hire
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of one year of nursing experience preferred
- Behavioral health, addiction treatment, psychiatric nursing, detoxification, or substance use treatment experience preferred
- Experience working with adolescents and young adults preferred
- Working knowledge of ASAM criteria and behavioral health treatment practices preferred
Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor adolescents and young adults receiving treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders, nursing standards, and facility policies
- Complete nursing assessments, medication reconciliations, vital signs, withdrawal monitoring, and ongoing patient evaluations
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, therapists, utilization review staff, and behavioral health technicians to coordinate care
- Respond promptly and effectively to medical and behavioral emergencies
- Monitor and document changes in patient condition, treatment progress, and medication effectiveness
- Participate actively in treatment team meetings and contribute to patient care planning
- Educate patients and families regarding medications, wellness, recovery, and treatment expectations
- Ensure compliance with infection control, medication management, and patient safety standards
- Train and support LVNs, medical assistants, and non-medical staff regarding nursing procedures and patient care practices
- Perform phlebotomy, laboratory coordination, and medication inventory functions
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record
- Assist in identifying risks, preventing crises, and supporting a safe treatment environment
- Support quality improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance requirements
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
