RN - Behavioral Health & Medical Detox (2nd/3rd Shift)

The Recovery Village; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

The Recovery Village in Worcester, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional, direct client care within a medical detoxification and residential program. This role collaborates with a health team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.

The RN will oversee medical orders, triage concerns, administer medications, and participate in admission/discharge processes while maintaining HIPAA compliance and high standards of nursing care.

Qualifications

• RN license required (Current, valid)
• Experience in behavioral health or residential detoxification preferred
• BLS/CPR certification desirable

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical orders and address medical concerns.
• Triage and administer medications and injections as directed by physician.
• Monitor patient self-administration of medications.
• Serve as first line in medical emergencies and support psychiatric crises.
• Perform lab procedures as authorized.
• Record patient observations accurately and timely.
• Communicate with patients, physicians, nurses and pharmacy staff.
• Oversee admission and discharge processes including pre-screening and data collection.
• Ensure proper medication documentation, storage, and destruction when needed.
• Follow HIPAA and patient information protection policies.
• Attend required training on chemical dependency and infection control.
• Maintain knowledge of nursing procedures per policy and regulations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of accredited RN program

Associates or Bachelor's degree, preferred

Job description

The Recovery Village in Worcester, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional, direct client care within a medical detoxification and residential program. This role collaborates with a health team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.

The RN will oversee medical orders, triage concerns, administer medications, and participate in admission/discharge processes while maintaining HIPAA compliance and high standards of nursing care.