Registered Nurse

Bradford Health Services; Louisville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Expanded Coverage

Mental Health Support

Student Loan Repayment

Generous PTO

Job summary

Bradford Health Services is currently seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive healthcare services focused on addiction treatment and recovery. The RN will deliver direct patient care, monitor progress, and administer treatments in accordance with medical protocols. Qualifications include a valid RN license, completion of an accredited nursing program, and experience in healthcare settings. Offering flexible scheduling and various benefits, this role is essential to improving patient outcomes in recovery.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience in healthcare or addiction treatment settings.
• Strong knowledge of patient care standards and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients undergoing addiction treatment.
• Educate patients and families about addiction and health maintenance.
• Advocate for patient needs and coordinate with healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate medical records and participate in care planning.

Skills

Addiction treatment expertise

Patient advocacy

Telemetry monitoring

Direct patient care

Nursing care skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

We are currently hiring for full-time (FT), part-time (PT), and PRN positions, with flexible scheduling options available.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

About the Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive healthcare services focused on addiction treatment and recovery. This position involves providing direct patient care, monitoring patient progress, and administering treatments in accordance with established medical protocols. The RN will serve as a patient advocate, ensuring that individuals receive compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential to develop and implement effective care plans that promote healing and long-term recovery. Ultimately, the RN contributes to improving patient outcomes by combining clinical expertise with patient education and support throughout the recovery journey.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state or jurisdiction.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing).
• Experience in healthcare or addiction treatment settings.
• Strong knowledge of patient care standards, safety protocols, and clinical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or addiction treatment settings.
• Certification in Addiction Nursing (e.g., Certified Addictions Registered Nurse - CARN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and managing patients with complex medical needs.
• Advanced certifications such as Nurse Practitioner (NP) credentials.
• Training in patient advocacy and education techniques specific to addiction recovery.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary healthcare teams within addiction recovery programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients undergoing addiction treatment and recovery, including assessment, monitoring, and documentation of patient status.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and telemetry monitoring when applicable.
• Educate patients and their families about addiction, recovery processes, and health maintenance to empower informed decision-making.
• Advocate for patient needs and coordinate with healthcare providers, social workers, and other team members to optimize care delivery.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records, participate in care planning meetings, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

The required skills such as addiction treatment and recovery expertise enable the nurse to provide specialized care tailored to patients struggling with substance use disorders. Direct patient care and nursing care skills are essential for performing clinical assessments, administering treatments, and monitoring patient progress effectively. Patient education and advocacy skills are used daily to support patients and families in understanding treatment plans and navigating recovery challenges. Telemetry skills allow the nurse to monitor cardiac and other vital signs accurately, ensuring patient safety during treatment. Preferred skills like advanced certifications and interdisciplinary collaboration enhance the nurse's ability to deliver holistic, patient-centered care and contribute to continuous improvement in healthcare services.