Night Shift RN — Behavioral Health & Detox Care

New Directions Northwest; Baker City (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Northwest in Baker City, Oregon is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for night shift to provide direct nursing care to individuals in withdrawal management and crisis stabilization. The RN will perform assessments, administer medications, monitor clients, and maintain trauma-informed, person-centered care in compliance with Oregon rules and licensing standards.

The position requires an active Oregon RN license, 2 years in behavioral health or detox, ASAM Criteria knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Two (2) years of experience in behavioral health, detoxification, or medical-surgical settings.
• Knowledge of OAR 309-018, OAR 309-035-0217, and OHA Behavioral Health licensing standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of ASAM Criteria, pharmacology, and detox protocols.
• Ability to work with individuals in withdrawal or acute psychiatric distress.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timely nursing assessments and admissions upon client arrival in accordance with OAR 309-018-0110 and OAR 309-035-0217(10).
• Utilize the ASAM Criteria to assess withdrawal severity and determine medical detox eligibility and appropriate level of care.
• Document all nursing assessments, vital signs, and withdrawal scales accurately and promptly.
• Obtain and verify medication history, allergies, and relevant medical/psychiatric information.
• Monitor and document client condition, withdrawal progression, and response to medications throughout each shift.
• Recognize signs of medical distress, overdose, or psychiatric crisis and respond immediately following emergency protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment per OAR 309-018-0200.

Job description

New Directions Northwest in Baker City, Oregon is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for night shift to provide direct nursing care to individuals in withdrawal management and crisis stabilization. The RN will perform assessments, administer medications, monitor clients, and maintain trauma-informed, person-centered care in compliance with Oregon rules and licensing standards.

The position requires an active Oregon RN license, 2 years in behavioral health or detox, ASAM Criteria knowledge, and