Registered Nurse - SUD/Psych - PRN

Gaudenzia, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

On The Job Training

Educational assistance

Job summary

Gaudenzia, Inc. is seeking a dedicated nurse to transition from bedside to a non-acute, client-centered role. You will work with clients treated for substance use and mental health stabilization, applying critical thinking and policy adherence in a supportive team setting.

This position emphasizes care coordination, education, and collaboration with other professionals. Strong applicants from all experience levels are encouraged to apply, with a focus on safely delivering services and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• Must have a good standing license (LPN or RN) valid in the state.
• Current CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial nursing assessment within 24 hours of admission.
• Arrange health care provider appointments for exams and screening.
• Administer and supervise medications as allowed by regulation.
• Maintain inventory and accurate records of medical supplies.

Skills

Nursing

CPR Certification

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

CPR Certification

Job description

We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters.

Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

If you are a dedicated and caring nurse looking to step away from the bedside into a rewarding role, please read further! We need strong nurses who are experienced and interested in working directly with clients who are being treated for substance use disorders and mental health stabilization. We constantly strive to build an amazing team tasked with caring for our clients. While performing your day-to-day nursing duties, you will perform very little to no bedside care! This is not medical surgical nursing, ICU, or a critical care position, however, our clients do come to us at a critical time of need, and we need excellent nurses who are willing to critically think, follow policy and procedures, and work as part of a team. If this is a career move that might interest you, feel free to apply and start your journey.

Gaudenzia's Mission:

Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

Compensation:

$44-49.50 per hour

Shift:

Availability to work all shifts/schedules on an as needed basis.

Qualifications

Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing. Must have good standing license (LPN or RN) valid in the state in which clinical will practice. Must also possess current CPR Certification. Experience: New Grads and Newly Licensed LPNs and RNs are welcomed and encouraged to apply as direct job experience is not a requirement for this position. We are eager to teach those that are fast learners, are confident, and can successfully meet the required expectations for this position! RN 1: May be recent graduate of approved nursing school with up to one (1) year experience. RN 2: Two (2) to five (5) years nursing experience, with one (1) year in addictions, mental health, or related specialty. RN 3: Five (5) or more years nursing experience, with two (2) years in addictions, mental health, or related specialty

Your Responsibilities In This Role May Include

• Perform initial nursing assessment for clients within 24 hours of admission in accordance with established program policies and state regulation.
• Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure complete physical examinations, as well as required additional health screenings and supplemental tests.
• Administer medications, as well supervise the self-administered medications, where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
• Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
• Counsel clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management etc.
• Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety, adequate care, and provider compliance for payment.
• Ensure proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
• Assist in the facilitation of special events, including, but not limited to: staff training, staff retreat, workshops and facility events.
• Implement health seminars, including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
• Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed.
• Implement and assure adherence to infection control policies and practices.
• Provide education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance.
• Maintain LPN license with good standing.
• Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or designee.

Working Conditions

• Required to work rotating weekends including one off shift per week to ensure program coverage.
• May be required to work shifts outside of assigned shifts during critical staffing shortages.
• The minimum holiday requirement is 1 major summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, or Labor Day) and 1 major winter Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day (night shift: New Year's Eve). Other Holidays will be rotated amongst all staff.
• This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather
• For Gaudenzia sites with multiple programs, you may be required to work in any of the programs based on staffing needs
• PRN positions - 3 shifts per month are required.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent Benefits
• On The Job Training
• Upward mobility
• Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

For additional details regarding our benefits, please visit: https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/

Our Operating Principles:

• We hold client care as our top priority.
• We assume good intentions.
• We are present, we connect, & we communicate with transparency, dignity, and respect.
• We make data-driven decisions with courage, challenge the status quo, find innovative ways to grow Gaudenzia & each other.
• We support each other publicly & privately in all circumstances.
• We provide & accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback with an open mind & without personalization.
• We operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, & have a bias for action.
• We follow through on agreements & honor commitments prioritized with a sense of urgency - someone's life may depend on it.

Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

Come work with us!

Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making. By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage--from job posting to onboarding--we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.