Registered Nurse – Inpatient Substance Abuse & Recovery

RISE Community Hospital; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 108,886,000 - 126,078,000; Full time

Job summary

RISE Community Hospital DFW in Mansfield, TX is launching an inpatient unit for substance abuse recovery. We seek a dedicated Substance Abuse RN to join our founding clinical team, starting Oct 2026. Provide comprehensive nursing care, assess withdrawal, and coordinate with physicians for individualized plans.

Join a small, purpose-driven hospital setting with a clear path to growth as we bridge acute care and recovery services.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BSN preferred; ACLS/PALS certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clinical assessment and monitoring; manage withdrawal symptoms per CIWA.
• Develop tailored care plans with physicians and administer meds.
• Provide mental health screening, emotional support, and family education.
• Maintain a safe environment, monitor behavior, and support discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Patient Monitoring

Team Collaboration

Education

RN Licensure

BLS Certification

BSN (preferred)

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse – Inpatient Substance Abuse & Recovery

RISE Community Hospital DFW, Cedar Park, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1001

Salary Range: $38.00 To $44.00 Hourly

Registered Nurse – Inpatient Substance Abuse & Recovery (New Facility Launch!)

Location: Mansfield, TX

Facility: RISE Community Hospital DFW

Start Date: Early October 2026

Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time/PRN

Reports To: Director of Nursing

Pay:$38-$44/h + Night and Weekend Differentials

Make a Lasting Difference in Addiction Recovery

Are you a compassionate, clinical nurse dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to sobriety and healing?

RISE Community Hospital DFW is opening a state-of-the-art community hospital in Mansfield, TX. Designed to bridge the gap between acute medical needs and sustainable recovery, our facility features a 9-bed Emergency Department and a 10-bed inpatient unit. At the heart of our mission is the RISE Recovery Program—providing vital medical clearance, withdrawal management, and stabilization for patients taking their first brave steps toward addiction recovery. Rise has operated in central Texas over 10 years and cared for over 30,000 patients, we are looking forward to bringing our services to the DFW area.

We are seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Registered Nurse to join our founding clinical team as we prepare to launch this October!

What You’ll Do

• Clinical Assessment & Monitoring: Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, track patient progress, and manage complex withdrawal symptoms (such as DTs, seizures, and tachycardia) using evidence-based protocols like CIWA.
• Individualized Care & Treatment: Collaborate closely with physicians to develop tailored care plans, administer medications (oral, subcutaneous, IV), and provide effective pain management services.
• Holistic Support & Advocacy: Conduct mental health screenings, offer compassionate emotional support, and educate patients and their families on post-treatment home care and long-term recovery resources.
• Empathetic & Safe Environment: Monitor behavioral changes, utilize restraint protocols safely when necessary, and actively participate in multi-disciplinary discharge planning to ensure seamless transitions into rehabilitation.

What We’re Looking For

Requirements

• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current ACLS and/or PALS certifications.
• 2+ years of substance abuse/detox or critical care experience in a hospital or equivalent setting.

Why Join RISE?

• Be a Founding Team Member: Help establish our clinical workflows, unit culture, and community reputation starting this October 2026.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Provide hands-on, high-impact care for patients during one of the most critical transitions of their lives.
• Supportive Community: Collaborate in a small-hospital, low-ratio setting where every team member’s voice is heard and valued.

Ready to empower patients on their path to recovery?