Nurse - RN

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Day Shift Availability

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation, touching the lives of more than 30,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

• Shift differential for nights and weekends
• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company‑sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and accident insurance
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University

• Registered Nurse in the state of employment
• Prior experience with chemical addiction and/or mental health disease including psychopharmacology
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification
• Minimum of one year experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health field
• The ability to triage in an emergency and assist nurses in medical emergencies

• Three year experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psychopharmacotherapy

• Screen and assess each patient for co‑existing medical problems and risk factors for appropriate placement for treatment
• Administer medications/treatments as ordered in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Ensure accurate recording of medication administration transactions
• Follow the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director
• Facilitate and educate patients in group processes for chemical dependency issues, infectious disease, medical and mental health issues
• Administer, interpret, and keep accurate documentation of Mantoux test for teammates
• Assess patient response to treatments and medications, interactions, and effectiveness
• Document and summarize individual nursing care and communicate changes, progress, and immediate medical care needs to the provider for follow‑up consultation
• Order medical supplies, maintain proper inventory and record of use as per regulations
• Maintain all medical records including individual charts, daily medication charts, dosage records, progress notes, doctor’s orders, etc., as required
• Makes appointments for patients to see physician; obtains lab workups and checks with patients to see that appointments are kept
• Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment
• Discusses with physician and team important changes in treatment or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment
• Provides referral for specialized care at local health centers and follows up on patients’ attendance and treatment
• Assists in organizing transfers of patients to and from different levels of care
• Assist in training teammates in medical conditions, responses, and patient care
• Maintain continuing education credits as required by the Board of Nursing
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required
• May assist doctor during physical examinations
• Keep medication room clean and orderly; maintain medical equipment
• Other duties as assigned

• Registered Nurse (RN)

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate business considerations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, or any other consideration that is unlawful under applicable federal, state, or local laws.