RN - Behavioral Health Detox & Residential Care

The Recovery Village; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Promises/The Ranch TN in Dickson, TN is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our medical detoxification and residential program. This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family, partnering with a clinical team to deliver evidence-based care.

The RN provides professional, direct patient care, oversees medical orders, administers medications, documents observations, and maintains HIPAA and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• 3–5 years of behavioral health or residential detox experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fulfillment of patient¿s medical orders, address patient medical concerns.
• Triage medical concerns, administer medications and injections as directed by physician.
• Monitors client self-administration of medication.
• Serve as first line in medical emergencies and work with the clinical team in psychiatric emergencies.
• Perform laboratory procedures from specimen collections, as authorized.
• Record patient observations and activities in records accurately and timely.
• Communicate with patients, physicians, nurses, and pharmacy staff.
• Oversee admission/discharge process, including pre-screening, data collection, possessions handling, and discharge paperwork.
• Provide assessments to medication sheets/files to ensure timely, appropriate medication and proper destruction.
• Follow HIPAA and patient information protection policies and procedures.
• Attend training on chemical dependency as required.
• Maintain infection control/employee health standards and current nursing knowledge.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of accredited RN program

Associates or Bachelor's degree, preferred

Job description

Promises/The Ranch TN in Dickson, TN is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our medical detoxification and residential program. This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family, partnering with a clinical team to deliver evidence-based care.

The RN provides professional, direct patient care, oversees medical orders, administers medications, documents observations, and maintains HIPAA and infection control standards.