Registered Nurse
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Job summary
Thrive Now Recovery Center in Iowa City seeks a Registered Nurse to provide safe, evidence‑based medical care for residents in residential treatment for substance use and co‑occurring disorders. You will conduct nursing assessments, administer medications, monitor health needs, and respond to emergencies within a multidisciplinary team.
This role emphasizes trauma‑informed care, patient safety, and collaborative care planning in a supportive, mission‑driven environment.
Qualifications
- ADN or Diploma in Nursing required.
- Active, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment.
- CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- BSN or higher degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct nursing assessments and document findings.
- Administer and reconcile medications for residents.
- Monitor clinical and behavioral health needs and respond to concerns.
- Collaborate with providers and treatment teams to plan care.
- Develop and support individualized nursing care plans.
- Provide compassionate, trauma‑informed care to individuals in recovery.
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Education
Job description
Registered Nurse - Iowa City, IA
Location: Iowa City, IA
- 12-Hour Shifts
- Day & Night Opportunities
- Shift Differentials Available
- Full-Time & PRN Opportunities
- 3-Day Workweek for Full-Time RNs
Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
Full-Time: Enjoy a 3-day workweek with 12-hour shifts, giving you more days away from work while maintaining a full-time schedule.
PRN: Looking for flexibility? PRN opportunities are also available.
At Thrive Now Recovery Center and our affiliated treatment centers, we are building something different programs focused on exceptional, person-centered care that restore hope for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health disorders.
Our values include:
- Compassion
- Teamwork
- Recovery
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Integrity
- Professional Growth
Every member of our team plays an important role in a client’s recovery journey. Whether you are providing bedside nursing care, supporting clinical programming, assisting with recovery services, or helping the facility operate successfully, you will be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team.
If you are looking for a nursing opportunity where your work has purpose and your clinical skills can make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.
The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in providing safe, evidence-based medical care to individuals receiving residential treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
As an essential member of our multidisciplinary treatment team, you will:
- Conduct nursing assessments.
- Administer and manage medications.
- Monitor clinical and behavioral health needs.
- Respond to medical concerns and emergencies.
- Collaborate with providers and treatment teams.
- Develop and support nursing care plans.
- Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care.
- Conduct nursing assessments, evaluate high-risk indicators, and document findings accurately and promptly.
- Provide direct medical evaluation and intervention as needed.
- Complete individualized nursing care plans for each patient admission.
- Participate in medical discharge planning beginning at intake.
- Administer medications safely and accurately, including during shift handoffs.
- Collaborate with pharmacy and medical providers regarding medication orders and MAR reconciliation.
- Monitor patients for medication side effects and adverse reactions and respond appropriately.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Contribute to comprehensive treatment plans addressing medical, psychological, and recovery needs.
- Coordinate medical care with hospitals, providers, families, and other appropriate partners.
- Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation.
- Follow facility policies, professional nursing standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support licensing, accreditation, and quality expectations related to nursing services.
- Help maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic treatment environment.
- Assist with crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning.
- Model professional and trauma-informed interactions with patients.
- Assist with additional medical and program responsibilities as needed.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing.
- Active, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment.
- CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or advanced degree.
- 2+ years of experience in substance use disorder, detox, psychiatric, behavioral health, or related nursing settings.
- Experience working with co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, or medical withdrawal management.
We’re looking for nurses who bring both strong clinical judgment and compassion to the bedside.
- Strong nursing assessment skills.
- Medication administration and reconciliation experience.
- Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment.
- Ability to respond calmly during crises.
- Collaborative, team-focused approach.
- Clear and respectful communication.
- Strong documentation skills.
- Trauma-informed and person-centered approach.
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced treatment environment.
- Compassion for individuals navigating recovery.
Our RNs work primarily in an indoor, climate-controlled clinical environment.
The position may require regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, documentation, vital-sign monitoring, and assisting with patient movement or repositioning when appropriate.
Because behavioral health and recovery services can involve complex situations, RNs must be able to remain calm, professional, compassionate, and solutions-focused while managing competing clinical priorities.
Your work matters. Your wellbeing matters, too.
We recognize that caring for others starts with supporting the people providing that care. Thrive Now is committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while doing meaningful work.
- ICHRA Health Benefit – choose the health plan that fits your needs, with premium reimbursement.
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance with optional supplemental coverage.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Growth & Advancement Opportunities
- Trauma-Informed, Supportive Workplace
- Modern Facilities
- Work-Life Balance
- Leadership That Invests in Your Success
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We believe diversity and inclusion strengthen our organization and enhance the quality of care we provide.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
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