RN

RN - Substance Use Disorder Treatment | Location: Iowa City, Iowa

We are hiring for all shifts, full-time & PRN - 12-hour shifts

ABOUT US:

Thrive Now Recovery Centers
in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services is dedicated to assisting individuals on their path to recovery from substance use disorders and related mental health challenges.
Our location in Iowa City is open!

JOIN OUR TEAM AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference? We are seeking an
RN
to become an integral part of our treatment team, providing vital leadership and care for individuals battling substance use disorders. Your clinical expertise will help shape the recovery process and support patients on their journey to healing.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US:

• Purpose-Driven Work:
  As an RN in our treatment facility, you will provide essential care that transforms lives. Every day, your work will give hope and healing to patients.


• Leadership Role:
  Provide clinical leadership and supervision, ensuring the success of the program and your team.


• Collaborative Environment:
  Work closely with a passionate and supportive interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical professionals.


• Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
  We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Administer Patient Care:
  Administer medications, provide treatments, and render compassionate care to adult inpatient addiction treatment patients daily.


• Collaborate with Medical Teams:
  Communicate effectively with physicians, nurse practitioners, lab personnel, and other medical professionals to coordinate patient care and update treatment plans.


• Patient Admissions:
  Assess, orient, and coordinate the plan of care for new patients, obtaining medical orders and ensuring a smooth admission process.


• Therapeutic Milieu:
  Participate as a key medical team member, facilitating a therapeutic environment on the unit.


• Medication Management:
  Generate and review monthly medication administration records (MARs) and reconcile them with records provided by authorized pharmacists.


• Discharge Planning:
  Work with the treatment team to develop and implement discharge plans from the day of admission.


• Liaison & Advocacy:
  Act as a liaison for hospitalized patients and their families, connecting them with community agencies, hospital consultants, and other vital services.


• Documentation:
  Record and chart daily patient contacts as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.


• Other Duties:
  Support additional duties and special projects as needed, contributing to the ongoing success of the program.

WHO YOU ARE:

You are a dedicated RN with a passion for helping individuals on their recovery journey. You thrive in team environments but can work independently when needed. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence make you an essential member of the team.

Requirements:

• Education:
  State-specific RN Licensure required; BSN or greater degree preferred.


• Experience:
  2+ years of experience in a mental health or substance use disorder program, with a preference for experience in acute or residential psychiatric care, preferred


• Certification:
  Must have or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.