Detox RN – Behavioral Health (Swing Shift) | $50-$55/hr

Dimock; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Addiction Staff Nurse at Dimock Center provides detoxification and stabilization care for patients with substance use disorders. This hands-on role requires strong assessment skills, clear communication, and the ability to work with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting.

You will monitor withdrawal, manage medical needs, and support patients toward early recovery, while documenting care in the electronic health record and adhering to safety, confidentiality, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Experience in addiction treatment, detoxification, or acute behavioral health settings strongly preferred.
• Solid foundation in medical-surgical nursing and management of co-occurring medical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and throughout treatment.
• Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and overall patient status, responding promptly to changes or emergent conditions.
• Identify and manage co-occurring medical conditions that may impact detoxification or stabilization.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered to manage withdrawal symptoms and medical concerns.
• Provide evidence-based nursing care to promote patient safety, comfort, and stabilization.
• Offer patient education and supportive communication related to detoxification, recovery, and treatment expectations.
• Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, counselors, and other team members to support individualized treatment plans.
• Communicate clearly and professionally regarding patient status, concerns, and care needs.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Adhere to all confidentiality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety activities as assigned.
• Engage in required training and continuing education to maintain clinical competence.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Teamwork

Clinical judgment

Communication

Compassionate care

Education

Massachusetts RN license

Job description

The Addiction Staff Nurse at Dimock Center provides detoxification and stabilization care for patients with substance use disorders. This hands-on role requires strong assessment skills, clear communication, and the ability to work with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting.

You will monitor withdrawal, manage medical needs, and support patients toward early recovery, while documenting care in the electronic health record and adhering to safety, confidentiality, and regulatory