Registered Nurse (SUD Program) (11414)

About the role

Provide behavioral health and substance use counseling services that support clients during treatment, including assessment, counseling, and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and conduct ongoing evaluations to identify and address clients’ medical needs.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including assessments, medication administration records, and incident reports.
• Respond to medical emergencies and urgent health concerns in accordance with established protocols.
• Coordinate medical referrals, appointments, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care to ensure continuity of treatment.
• Develop discharge care plans and provide client education regarding medications and ongoing medical needs.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland required.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, detoxification, or psychiatric nursing strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in an acute care, long-term care, or residential treatment setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct nursing assessments, administer medications, and manage clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Familiarity with infection control practices, regulatory compliance, and chart review/audit preparation preferred.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills with the ability to respond effectively to patient needs and clinical situations.

Qualifications

• Education: Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland required.

Skills

• Comprehensive nursing assessments
• Medication administration
• Timely clinical documentation
• Medical emergency response
• Coordination of medical referrals
• Development of discharge care plans
• Maintenance of client confidentiality
• Participation in treatment team meetings
• Communication and critical thinking skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Support

Pay

$30.00 - $42.00 hourly

Schedule

Shifts: As needed basis