Registered Nurse PRN

ascensionrecovery; Pawnee (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pawnee Nation Behavioral Health in Pawnee, Oklahoma, is seeking a Registered Nurse for night shift to provide essential medical care in a fast-paced recovery setting.

You will conduct assessments, manage vitals, support MAT protocols, document MARs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining autonomy and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Current Oklahoma LPN or RN license (or ability to obtain).
• Previous experience in behavioral health, detox, or addiction treatment strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a plus.
• Strong communication, triage, and time-management skills.
• Must obtain First Aid & CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Own the patient intake process: Conduct focused assessments, collect vitals, and complete drug screenings quickly and thoroughly.
• Drive timely, accurate documentation: Generate and audit Medication Administration Records (MARs); support MAT protocols and medication education.
• Support and adapt: Flex between patient care and light administrative tasks, assisting wherever needed to keep operations running.
• Act fast and follow through: Monitor patient progress and flag concerns early. Your urgency and follow-up matter.
• Lead with confidence: Bring clarity, action, and consistency to a multidisciplinary care team focused on outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Triage

Time-management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Oklahoma RN license

Job description

Pawnee Nation Behavioral Health

Registered Nurse

Night shift

BE PART OF SOMETHING BOLD — DELIVER IMPACTFUL NURSING CARE IN RECOVERY!

ABOUT US

Pawnee Nation Behavioral Health is changing the landscape of substance use treatment. Our new, cutting-edge recovery center is open in Pawnee, Oklahoma, delivering both inpatient and outpatient services with one mission: to empower recovery through action, compassion, and innovation.

YOUR IMPACT AS A REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

We’re looking for decisive, fast-moving, mission-driven nurses to provide essential medical care and lead with purpose. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, love solving problems on the go, and value autonomy with a clear sense of mission—this is your opportunity.

SHIFT OPTIONS

We offer a 3-day workweek with 12-hour shifts, giving you more flexibility and focus.

• Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Rotating Weekends Required
• PRN options available

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own the patient intake process: Conduct focused assessments, collect vitals, and complete drug screenings quickly and thoroughly.
• Drive timely, accurate documentation: Generate and audit Medication Administration Records (MARs); support MAT protocols and medication education.
• Support and adapt: Flex between patient care and light administrative tasks, assisting wherever needed to keep operations running.
• Act fast and follow through: Monitor patient progress and flag concerns early. Your urgency and follow-up matter.
• Lead with confidence: Bring clarity, action, and consistency to a multidisciplinary care team focused on outcomes.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS...

• A decisive doer — you take initiative, follow through, and move at pace
• A team collaborator — while independent, you play well with others and keep communication flowing
• A natural problem-solver — you assess, respond, and adapt quickly in changing environments
• An empathetic realist — you care deeply but maintain boundaries and prioritize clinical impact

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Oklahoma LPN or RN license (or ability to obtain)
• Previous experience in behavioral health, detox, or addiction treatment strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a plus
• Strong communication, triage, and time-management skills
• Must obtain First Aid & CPR certification within 30 days of hire

THE DETAILS

• Work Environment: Indoors, fast-paced, mission-driven
• Physical Requirements: Regular movement, occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week, Day or Night shifts with rotating weekends
• Team Dynamic: Autonomous but collaborative — we hire confident contributors

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• Ground-Level Influence: Help build something meaningful from day one
• Mission Over Metrics: Your work directly changes lives
• Flexible, Fast-Paced Environment: Every day is different—and your adaptability is an asset
• Strong Compensation Package: Competitive pay + performance incentives + full benefits

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Pawnee Nation Behavioral Health is deeply committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and culturally respectful workforce.

Native American/Tribal Preference applies.

We also strongly encourage veterans and qualified candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

We value the unique perspectives each team member brings and are dedicated to ensuring a workplace where every individual feels welcomed, supported, and empowered.

Let’s build something better—together.