Registered Nurse (RN) Residential and Community-based Recovery Programs

Dacotah Foundation; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Health savings account

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dacotah Foundation is seeking a Registered Nurse for its recovery facilities. You will support medical and emotional wellbeing, monitor health, conduct assessments, and oversee medication administration with MA1-certified staff, ensuring safe, compassionate care.

Join a non-traditional nursing setting focused on recovery, with Monday–Friday daytime hours, no weekends, and a supportive team dedicated to client stability and community health.

Qualifications

• Active North Dakota RN license in good standing (or ability to obtain before start date).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clients’ mental and physical health status and communicate updates with providers and outside care partners.
• Conduct nursing assessments, including new admission assessments and health screenings.
• Ensure medications are ordered, received, and available for clients as needed.
• Administer medications when required and oversee MA1 certified staff med duties.
• Coordinate medication orders with pharmacies and outside providers.
• Observe and document medication effectiveness or side effects.
• Provide supportive mental health care.
• Respond to client or staff emergencies in a calm, supportive manner and coordinate with hospitals, clinics, EMS, law enforcement, and other providers when necessary.
• Collaborate with local Human Service Center and leadership to coordinate care and meet client needs.
• Provide guidance, leadership, and support to residential staff during shifts.
• Train and oversee MA1-certified staff and ensure policies related to medication self-administration are followed.

Skills

RN license

Driver's license

Background check

Job description

Why This Role Stands Out

• Monday–Friday daytime schedule
• No weekends
• Paid holidays
• No heavy lifting or personal care duties
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Non-traditional nursing setting focused on recovery and client support

This position is available full-time, part-time, and PRN.

What You’ll Do

As a Registered Nurse in our recovery facilities, you will play an important role in supporting both the medical and emotional wellbeing of clients in treatment.

Client Care & Medical Support

• Monitor clients’ mental and physical health status and communicate updates with providers and outside care partners
• Conduct nursing assessments, including new admission assessments and health screenings
• Ensure medications are ordered, received, and available for clients as needed
• Administer medications when required and oversee MA1 certified staff med duties
• Coordinate medication orders with pharmacies and outside providers
• Observe and document medication effectiveness or side effects
• Provide supportive mental health care
• Respond to client or staff emergencies in a calm, supportive manner and coordinate with hospitals, clinics, EMS, law enforcement, and other providers when necessary
• Collaborate closely with the local Human Service Center and internal leadership teams to coordinate care and meet client needs
• Provide guidance, leadership, and support to residential staff during your shift
• Train and oversee MA1-certified staff and ensure all policies and protocols related to medication self-administration and/or administration are consistently followed

Documentation & Communication

• Obtain consents, physician orders, and necessary medical information
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and MARs when required
• Ensure documentation meets licensing and regulatory requirements
• Communicate important client updates with the Program Director, supervisors, and care team

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Medical and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Health spending account
• Voluntary supplemental benefits
• Generous PTO package including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays

Part-time positions receive pro-rated benefits according to organizational policy.

Qualifications

• Active North Dakota RN license in good standing (or ability to obtain before start date)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and driving record check

Join Our Team

At Dacotah Foundation, teamwork, respect, and communication are at the core of our culture. Our staff are dedicated to helping people find recovery and stability by providing support when and where it’s needed most.

If you’re looking for a rewarding nursing role with predictable hours, meaningful client interaction, and a supportive team, we encourage you to apply.

Make a difference in recovery—join Dacotah Foundation today.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance