RN – Behavioral Health & Addiction Care (Wasilla)

Banyan Treatment Centers; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers in Wasilla, AK is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our on-site team on a PRN, 12‑hour shift basis. You will provide crucial nursing support for patients undergoing treatment for substance use disorders and mental health conditions, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality care.

The role reports to the Director of Nursing and requires AK RN licensure, nursing degree, strong assessment and communication skills, and empathy in patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Alaska.
• Nursing degree/diploma from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Strong assessment and organizational skills.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain objectivity and empathy in patient interactions.
• Adherence to the Healthcare Code of Ethics.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission Standards.
• Knowledge of State and Federal confidentiality regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including ASAM forms.
• Provide routine care at various levels of care.
• Identify treatment needs, integrating findings into collaborative, measurable treatment plans.
• Complete nursing documentation in accordance with facility and state requirements.
• Review medication logs and assist the medical department in a variety of tasks.
• Administer medications as directed by the medical provider.
• Facilitate medication education and incorporate nursing and medical issues into treatment plans.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and referral sources to provide progress updates and coordinate post‑discharge recovery plans.
• Apply clinical judgment and intervention skills in crisis situations, including risk assessments and de‑escalation.
• Tailor nursing approaches to meet diverse patient needs.
• Build rapport and foster trust with patients through strong interpersonal skills.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Empathy in patient interactions

Adherence to ethics

Education

RN license in Alaska

Nursing degree/diploma

Job description

Banyan Treatment Centers in Wasilla, AK is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our on-site team on a PRN, 12‑hour shift basis. You will provide crucial nursing support for patients undergoing treatment for substance use disorders and mental health conditions, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality care.

The role reports to the Director of Nursing and requires AK RN licensure, nursing degree, strong assessment and communication skills, and empathy in patient interactions.