Registered Nurse
About The Position
Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) seeking a meaningful role where your skills directly contribute to patient recovery? At Recovery Centers of America (RCA), we prioritize personalized, evidence-based treatment to help individuals overcome substance use disorders. Become a vital part of our team and support our mission to guide patients toward lasting recovery. What You'll Do As an RN at RCA, you will: Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients to gather case history. Plan and provide nursing care for patients. Collaborate with team members to create a therapeutic environment, utilizing verbal de-escalation and therapeutic communication. Monitor patients utilizing CIWA/COWS assessments and measuring vital signs during their detoxification, providing medication as ordered and contacted medical providers when necessary. Consult with medical and other behavioral healthcare staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients. Prepare paperwork and medications for patients discharging next shift. Administer and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arrange further medical attention when necessary. Drug addiction treatment works, and substance abuse recovery is possible. The tens of thousands of happy, healthy individuals who began their journeys at Recovery Centers of America are the living proof. In 2013, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) announced a goal: Save one million lives from the disease of addiction. We're working fast and hard to fulfill that promise, with over 11 facilities that offer evidence-based inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As a Registered Nurse you'll be a part of our exciting mission of helping millions of people jumpstart their recovery. Your medical expertise will aid in patient recovery, as you support and implement effective techniques which will make a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities. RCA is proud to partner with the Daisy Foundation to honor compassionate care of our extraordinary nurses.
Requirements
- Current RN license in the state of Massachusetts (or the ability to get licensed)
- Availability to work rotating weekends, Saturday and Sunday.
- Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar.
- Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification responds well to questions.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; thorough knowledge of facility proprietary systems.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in behavioral health or addiction is preferred, but not required
- Familiarity with CIWA/COWS assessments preferred, but not required
- Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co-occurring disorders and DSM criteria and terminology preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients to gather case history.
- Plan and provide nursing care for patients.
- Collaborate with team members to create a therapeutic environment, utilizing verbal de-escalation and therapeutic communication.
- Monitor patients utilizing CIWA/COWS assessments and measuring vital signs during their detoxification, providing medication as ordered and contacted medical providers when necessary.
- Consult with medical and other behavioral healthcare staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients.
- Prepare paperwork and medications for patients discharging next shift.
- Administer and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
- Arrange further medical attention when necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with shift differentials.
- Comprehensive benefits packages, encompassing medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
- Professional development opportunities through ongoing training and advancement programs.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where many of our team members share a deep personal connection to recovery.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
