Detox Nurse (RN/LPN): Compassionate Care for Recovery

BrightStar Care of East & NW Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 53,296,588 - 88,827,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid weekly pay

Life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Employee referral bonuses

Employee recognition program

Pay advance options

Job summary

BrightStar Care of East & NW Columbus is seeking a compassionate Detox Nurse (RN/LPN) to guide patients through withdrawal in a structured facility setting in Columbus, Ohio. The role requires clinical expertise, strong communication, and teamwork to deliver safe, evidence-based care during detoxification.

The position offers weekday and weekend availability with a rotating schedule and starting pay of $31.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio LPN license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Medication administration certification.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred.
• Detox, addiction medicine, behavioral health, emergency medicine and Medicaid experience preferred but not required.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking.
• Ability to remain calm in fast-paced or high-acuity situations.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to pass a background check and meet pre-employment health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients through detoxification and detect changes in condition.
• Perform nursing assessments including vitals and withdrawal monitoring.
• Administer medications safely, including withdrawal medications.
• Observe for emergencies and notify the provider immediately.
• Document assessments, interventions, and progress in the EMR.
• Provide compassionate support while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Educate patients on medications and the detox process.
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, counselors, and behavioral health staff.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Ohio LPN license

CPR/BLS certification

Medication administration certification

Job description

BrightStar Care of East & NW Columbus is seeking a compassionate Detox Nurse (RN/LPN) to guide patients through withdrawal in a structured facility setting in Columbus, Ohio. The role requires clinical expertise, strong communication, and teamwork to deliver safe, evidence-based care during detoxification.

The position offers weekday and weekend availability with a rotating schedule and starting pay of $31.00 per hour.