Registered Nurse (RN)- Recovery

Summit BHC; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Complimentary Continued Education

Job summary

Summit BHC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for the St. Gregory Recovery Center in Iowa. This full-time position offers a $20K sign-on bonus and competitive base pay of $40-47 per hour, along with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

The ideal candidate will have an RN license, experience in behavioral health, and a commitment to providing high-quality nursing care in an acute psychiatric setting. Join our compassionate team and help us serve our community!

Qualifications

• One or more years’ nursing experience within clinical area of service preferred.
• Ability to apply nursing standards and practice within an acute psychiatric setting.
• Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric/addiction recovery environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical and behavioral health needs of clients.
• Administer medications correctly and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate changes in client status to providers promptly.

Skills

Knowledge of psychotropic medications

Medication administration procedures

Behavioral health experience

Client assessment skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Certified in Psychiatric Nursing (preferred)

Tools

CPR certification

First aid certification (as required)

Job description

## Registered Nurse (RN)- RecoveryApplylocations: St. Gregory Recovery Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR125419Registered Nurse (RN)- Recovery | St. Gregory Recovery Center | Bayard, Iowa**About the Job:**Now offering $20K Sign on Bonus!\* St. Gregory's Recovery is looking for RNs to join their growing team! -Full time, Part time or PRN -NIGHT shift -7pm-7am (3 shifts per week) -$40-47 Base Pay + Shift differentials -Medical, Dental & Vision -401K, PTO package + Holiday pay -Complimentary Continued Education Much more!**Roles and Responsibilities:****EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:*** Graduation from an approved/accredited school of nursing.* One or more years’ nursing experience within clinical area of service provided by facility preferred.* Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric/addiction recovery environment preferred.* Knowledge of and experience with psychotropic medications and medication administration procedures.* Ability to apply nursing standards and practice within an acute psychiatric setting**LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:*** Valid current RN license from the state or from a compact state, where applicable.* Certified in Psychiatric Nursing preferred.* CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).* First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.**WORK LOCATION:**This position is onsite at the facility and is not a remote position.**SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:**This position is an Individual Contributor.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Provides and coordinates care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of client, develops and implements nursing care plans, maintains medical records and educates clients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions while ensuring client safety at all times.* Assesses clients’ status on an ongoing basis and communicates finding to the providers timely.* Ensures nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs and initial treatment plan is completed upon admission.* Obtains provider’s orders (verbal or via telephone) accurately and documents appropriately; transcribes and reviews provider’s orders ensuring all required elements are present and appropriate per policy and procedures.* Accurately administers medications, per ordered ,utilizing at least two client identifiers.* Notifies providers of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergencies, pertinent lab results, or change in medical status regarding response to medications, etc.* Assesses and documents effects of PRN medications.* Maintains accountability of administration, recording, control and security of medications, including narcotics.* Completes admission and discharge processes efficiently and accurately as directed.* Confers regularly with treatment team (e.g., nurses, therapists, program managers, provider) regarding client care. Attends and participates in the unit activities such as therapy groups, family meetings as appropriate, staffing, unit meetings, etc.* Provides education/explanation to clients, families, and co-workers regarding medication usage/maintenance, common side effects, client's rights, as well as other topics necessary for optimal client care.* Monitors client acuity, census, staffing needs, and escalates coverage needs to supervisor/Charge RN.* Ensures thorough, accurate documentation is completed for all clients on each shift and client assignment sheets are completed daily and tasks are carried out as assigned.* Communicates thorough hand-off reports to oncoming staff and supervisors.Why St. Gregory Recovery Center?St. Gregory Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. St. Gregory Recovery Center is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.