RN Overview
Registered Nurse (RN) – Overnight, 7:00pm to 7:00am. Samba Recovery Atlanta is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and reliable RN to join our new inpatient detox and residential substance use treatment facility. The RN will provide 24/7 medical monitoring and support for individuals undergoing withdrawal and early recovery, deliver high-quality nursing care, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support stabilization and ongoing recovery.
RN Responsibilities
- Clinical Care & Monitoring: Provide direct nursing care to patients in detox and residential levels of care; perform ongoing assessments including vital signs, withdrawal scales (CIWA/COWS), and withdrawal monitoring; identify and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
- Medication Administration: Administer medications as ordered (including detox protocols and controlled substances); monitor for side effects and effectiveness; maintain accurate and compliant medication documentation (MAR).
- Admissions & Assessments: Complete nursing assessments upon admission and during overnight hours as needed; assist with medical clearances and coordination of care during intake.
- Crisis & Emergency Response: Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies, including acute withdrawal complications; initiate appropriate interventions and coordinate higher levels of care when necessary.
- Collaboration: Communicate effectively with providers, therapists, behavioral health technicians, and leadership; participate in shift handoffs and provide detailed overnight updates to the clinical team.
- Patient Education & Support: Educate patients on withdrawal, medications, and health stabilization; support a safe, structured, and therapeutic overnight environment.
- Documentation & Compliance: Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with state, DEA, and accreditation standards; adhere to all policies and regulatory requirements.
RN Qualifications
- Licensure: Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of Georgia.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, preferably in detox, inpatient behavioral health, or substance use treatment; experience with withdrawal management strongly preferred.
- Certifications: Current CPR/BLS required (ACLS preferred).
- Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of substance use disorders and withdrawal management (ASAM levels 3.5 and 3.7); ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions overnight; excellent assessment, documentation, and communication skills; ability to remain calm and effective in crisis situations.
RN Schedule
Full-time overnight; Shift: 7:00pm – 7:00am; Rotating weekends and holidays.
Why Join Samba Recovery?
We are committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders. As an overnight RN, you will play a vital role in ensuring patient safety during detox and early stabilization. We offer a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.