Registered Nurse (PRN)

Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Promises Behavioral Health in College Station, TX seeks a Registered Nurse for medical detox and residential program care. The RN will provide direct patient care, coordinate with the health team, and adhere to nursing standards.

Responsibilities include medication administration, clinical documentation, and participation in admission/discharge, with emphasis on safety and HIPAA compliance. A valid RN license and BLS/CPR are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of accredited RN program required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current RN license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• 3–5 years of experience in behavioral health or residential detoxification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fulfillment of patient medical orders and address concerns.
• Triage medical concerns and administer medications as directed by physician.
• Monitor patient self-administration of medication.
• Serve as first line in medical emergencies with psychiatric support.
• Perform laboratory procedures from specimens as authorized.
• Record patient observations accurately in records.
• Communicate with patients, physicians, nurses, and pharmacy staff.
• Oversee admission/discharge processes including pre-screening.
• Obtain physical assessment data and health history.
• Complete discharge paperwork and manage patient possessions.
• Ensure timely and appropriate medication documentation and destruction as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of accredited RN program

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Promises Behavioral Health is seeking Registered Nurse's for our College Station, TX location.

About Our Organization

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care.

While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse provides professional, direct client care in a medical detoxification and residential program settings in accordance with established program procedures. This position provides, delegates, coordinates and evaluates patient care through the collaborative efforts of health team members and in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care and practice.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee fulfillment of patient's medical orders, address patient medical concerns.
• Triage medical concerns, administer medications and injections to patients as directed by directed physician.
• Monitors Client self-administration of medication.
• Serve as first line in any medical emergency and works with the clinical team in incidences of psychiatric emergencies.
• Perform laboratory procedures from specimen collections, as authorized.
• Record patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policy and procedure.
• Communicate with patients, physicians, nurses, and pharmacy staff.
• Oversee all aspects of admission/discharge process, including:
• Pre-screen of new patients for appropriateness for admission.
• Obtain physical assessment data and health history.
• Inventory and caring for patients' personal possessions.
• Complete discharge paperwork.
• Provide quality assessments to client's medication sheets and files to determine if clients are receiving appropriate medication in a timely manner, including proper destruction of medication.
• Follow all policies and procedures with regard to patient information protection, including alcohol-drug patient confidentiality and HIPAA.
• Attend training on chemical dependency as required.
• Maintains and adheres to established infection control/employee health program.
• Maintain and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable clinical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with current clients, family members, referrals sources and vendors.

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of accredited RN program, required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree, preferred.

Certifications:

• Current, valid RN license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Experience:

• Minimum three to five (3-5) years of experience in behavioral health or residential detoxification program setting is preferred.

Benefits

• Enjoy a range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and so much more!