Detox RN

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 49,593 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Residential Treatment facility in Columbus, Ohio. The RN will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide safe and high-quality medical care, ensuring clients receive the best possible support during their treatment.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering medication, and coordinating care with external providers. Qualified candidates should possess a valid RN license and relevant behavioral health experience. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid RN license and relevant experience in behavioral health.
• Knowledge of federal and state clinical practice standards is essential.
• Must pass BCI check and employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and high-quality medical and nursing care.
• Complete nursing assessments and execute provider orders.
• Provide individual and family counseling as needed.
• Supervise LPNs and administer medication per protocol.

Skills

Behavioral health nursing experience

Knowledge of psychiatric medications

Ability to perform nursing assessments

Crisis intervention skills

Education

Valid and current state RN license

Minimum 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience

Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance

Job description

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions (LBHS) offers a full continuum of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential treatment, psychiatric services, and medication‑assisted treatment. We take pride in creating a welcoming, compassionate environment where individuals feel supported. Our team believes in every client’s ability to achieve recovery and rebuild meaningful, engaged lives in their communities.

Position

Registered Nurse – Lighthouse Residential Treatment

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager as part of an interdisciplinary team ensuring the provision of safe and high-quality medical and nursing care. The RN through nursing assessments communicates client needs to the medical providers and provides education to help clients meet their treatment goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes assessments as part of the admission process and throughout the client’s stay
• Executes orders from the medical providers, including medication administration and assessments, documenting all care in the electronic client record (ECR)
• Performs point of care testing, including obtaining urine specimens, and arranges transport to lab as ordered.
• Provides individual and family counseling.
• Participates in the development and delivery of educational curriculum on medical topics.
• Supervises LPNs providing nursing care.
• Administers medication as required by protocol.
• Responds to crisis calls for assessment and pertinent intervention as needed.
• Completes clinical documentation as required.
• Ensures client care by providing support to the interdisciplinary team as needed, which includes coordinating care with outside providers and discharge planning.
• Abides by all federal and state regulations and accreditation standards in the delivery of nursing care.
• Maintains good working relationships with support networks, government resources, and community resources.
• Maintains a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for clients
• Completes all agency-required training and continuing education required for license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience/Certifications

• Valid and current state RN license
• Minimum 1 year of behavioral health nursing experience.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, their indications, common side effects, and common medication interactions.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and other applicable standards for clinical practice in assigned area(s).
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurance.
• Must pass BCI check, all corporate compliance checks, and employment drug screen.

Desired Experience/Certifications

• Psychiatric or addiction nursing experience preferred.

Schedule

This is a full time position, 10 and 12 hour shifts

Compensation Range

$36.00 - $43.00 DOE

Location

4000 E Main St Whitehall, OH 43213

Our benefits package includes paid time off (PTO and sick time), paid holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid continuing education with supervision, parental leave, and eligibility for loan forgiveness programs.

LBHS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LBHS adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended, Ohio Civil Rights Act, and all applicable rules and regulations. LBHS is an equal opportunity employer.