RN - Substance Use Disorder Treatment

at  Ascension Recovery Services

ABOUT US:

Thrive Now Recovery Centers in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services is dedicated to assisting individuals on their path to recovery from substance use disorders and related mental health challenges. Our first location in Pleasant Hill, Iowa will open late 2024.

WE ARE HIRING FOR ALL SHIFTS?

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference? We are seeking an RN to become an integral part of our treatment team, providing vital leadership and care for individuals battling substance use disorders. Your clinical expertise will help shape the recovery process and support patients on their journey to healing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: State-specific RN Licensure required; BSN or greater degree preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in a mental health or substance use disorder program, with a preference for experience in acute or residential psychiatric care, preferred
• Certification: Must have or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

• Administer Patient Care: Administer medications, provide treatments, and render compassionate care to adult inpatient addiction treatment patients daily.
• Collaborate with Medical Teams: Communicate effectively with physicians, nurse practitioners, lab personnel, and other medical professionals to coordinate patient care and update treatment plans.
• Patient Admissions: Assess, orient, and coordinate the plan of care for new patients, obtaining medical orders and ensuring a smooth admission process.
• Therapeutic Milieu: Participate as a key medical team member, facilitating a therapeutic environment on the unit.
• Medication Management: Generate and review monthly medication administration records (MARs) and reconcile them with records provided by authorized pharmacists.
• Discharge Planning: Work with the treatment team to develop and implement discharge plans from the day of admission.
• Liaison & Advocacy: Act as a liaison for hospitalized patients and their families, connecting them with community agencies, hospital consultants, and other vital services.
• Documentation: Record and chart daily patient contacts as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Other Duties: Support additional duties and special projects as needed, contributing to the ongoing success of the program.