Overnight Psychiatric RN — Addiction Care Leader

Summit BHC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania is seeking an RN for overnight shifts. The Registered Nurse will provide nursing care, supervise LPNs/CNAs, and develop plans of care for patients.

You will assess clients, administer medications, maintain records, educate families, and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team. Valid RN license, CPR, and psychiatric certification preferred; experience in behavioral health/addiction care is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Current RN license in PA or a compact state.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric/addiction care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ health status and communicate findings to providers.
• Administer medications accurately with two client identifiers.
• Maintain medication security and narcotics accountability.
• Document orders and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate clients and families about medications and care plans.
• Coordinate care with treatment team during shifts.
• Assist with admissions and discharges.

Skills

Nursing care

Assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Patient education

Team communication

CPR certification

De-escalation

Education

RN license (PA or compact)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania is seeking an RN for overnight shifts. The Registered Nurse will provide nursing care, supervise LPNs/CNAs, and develop plans of care for patients.

You will assess clients, administer medications, maintain records, educate families, and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team. Valid RN license, CPR, and psychiatric certification preferred; experience in behavioral health/addiction care is advantageous.