Full Time Residential Nurse- Liberation House, Stamford

Liberation Programs Inc.; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

401K with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Sign on bonus

Job summary

Liberation Programs Inc. in Stamford is seeking a dedicated Residential Nurse for our inpatient program.

The role supports medication management, patient education, and coordination with medical staff to ensure safe dosing and treatment continuity. You will oversee medication rooms, assist with methadone dispensing, and provide coverage for LPN staff in Stamford and Bridgeport, contributing to a compassionate, recovery‑oriented community.

Qualifications

• Current CT License (RN or LPN) required.
• 3–5 years direct patient care in hospital, primary care, psychiatric facility or home care.
• Experience in substance abuse/methadone dispensing preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with methadone dispensing software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee self-medication management for Recoverees in the Inpatient Residential program.
• Provide Recoveree education on medication, side effects, and medical condition.
• Review Medication Forms daily and arrange prescriptions to be filled/refilled timely.
• Oversee catalog and storage of medication.
• Ensure Medication Rooms and MAR are organized and compliant.
• Consult psychiatric and medical staff to ensure wellbeing and safety of Recoverees.
• Attend staff meetings and provide related staff education.
• Assess clients prior to administration of methadone medication and ensure proper dosage.
• Coordinate dosage change requests with counselor and medical staff.
• Provide coverage for LPN staff, including methadone dispensing in Stamford & Bridgeport.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Microsoft Outlook

Interpersonal skills

Methadone dispensing software

Education

CT License (RN or LPN)

Tools

Methadone dispensing software

Job description

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Full Time Residential Nurse- Liberation House, Stamford

Medical Services Full-Time Bridgeport, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1275

Who We Are:

Liberation Programs is one of Fairfield County's leading behavioral health organizations specializing in treatment for all types of substance use disorders including alcohol, opiates, depressants and stimulants. Our goal is to help individuals and families overcome addiction in order to restore their lives and ultimately strengthen our communities. Liberation provides services for youth, adults and families that include two inpatient treatment programs, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, health education for older adults and people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, treatment and resources for adolescents and their families, education and prevention efforts in the community, and permanent supportive housing for families. In operation since 1971, the agency has sites in Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport and served more than 2,400 individuals in our last fiscal year.

Liberation Programs is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Residential Inpatient Program in Stamford. The Residential Nurse helps carry out the agency mission and duties of the medical services unit.

DUTIES

• Oversee the self-medication management for Recoveree's in our Inpatient Residential program
• Provide Recoveree education on medication, side effects, and medical condition
• Review Medication Forms daily and arrange for prescriptions to be filled/refilled timely
• Oversee catalog and storage of medication
• Ensure that the Medication Rooms and MAR are well-organized and in compliance
• Consult psychiatric and medical staff as needed to ensure the well-being and safety of Recoverees
• Attend Staff Meetings, and provide related staff education
• Assess clients prior to administration of methadone medication to ensure proper dosage is administered.
• Coordinate clients' dosage change requests with counselor and medical staff.
• Provide coverage for LPN staff, including methadone dispensing in Stamford & Bridgeport.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current CT License (RN or LPN).
• Three to five years of direct patient care in hospital, primary care, psychiatric facility or home care. Experience in substance abuse/methadone dispensing preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles of addiction treatment. Practical experience in the field of addiction treatment is preferred.
• A work history that demonstrates leadership, accomplishment and the ability to get work accomplished on time and within predetermined specifications.
• Computer skills, with demonstrated ability with Microsoft Outlook.
• Familiarity with methadone dispensing software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills along with the interpersonal skills to work effectively at all levels of the organization and its stakeholders.

Shift Schedule: Tues-Sat 2:00pm-10:30pm

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Sign on bonus

Our Mission:

Liberation Programs' mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness.