RN Substance Use Disorder

Acadia Healthcare; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Prescription drug plan

Dental and Vision plan

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Well-being programs

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking an RN for days (12-hour shifts) at Bayside Marin Treatment Center in San Rafael, CA. You will provide and coordinate care, develop nursing care plans, and educate patients and families.

Eligible applicants must hold an RN license in California and have at least one year of nursing experience, preferably in behavioral health. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive team environment within a prestigious treatment center.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license as required by state employment or eligibility to practice.
• CPR certification required; de-escalation and restraint training helps.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral or substance use nursing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about health conditions.
• Provide nursing care within state nursing practice acts and facility policies.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible and transcribed correctly.
• Assess patient status continuously and document pertinent information.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status or emergencies.
• Complete admission and discharge processing accurately.

Job description

Overview

RN Days (12 hr shift) opportunity at Bayside Marin Treatment Center - San Rafael, California

Pay Range: $52 - $58 per hour (plus $3/hr night shift diff)

Ranked in Newsweek’s list of Best Addiction Treatment Centers in California for 2026!

Bayside Marin is a 36-bed residential treatment center for patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders. Our luxurious campus is located in gorgeous San Rafael, CA. Make a meaningful difference every day in your role as an RN at Bayside Marin!

Employee Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Medical plan
• Prescription drug plan
• Dental and Vision plan
• Flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K with company match
• Additionally, our well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs, financial support and much more.

Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
• Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
• Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
• Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
• Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
• One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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