Registered Nurse

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"I love my job because I feel like I have a voice. The leadership team is always willing to give a helping hand or an ear to listen to my concerns." – Jessica

D., RCA LPN

"The atmosphere in RCA is different, it's like family. People care, people smile, people love what they do and I think that makes all the difference when you walk into work every day. I have the opportunity to help people become whole again. I work with talented nursing, clinical and administrative staff who work around the clock to help the clients achieve that same goal," – Ashley

B., RCA LPN

In 2013, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) announced a goal:
Save one million lives from the disease of addiction. We're working fast and hard to fulfill that promise, with over 11 facilities that offer evidence‑based inpatient, outpatient, and medication‑assisted treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We know one size doesn't fit all when it comes to addiction treatment; that's why we tailor our treatment for each patient and offer specialized programs for patients with trauma and multiple recurrences, as well as programs for older adults, first responders, and more.

We believe in the power of local treatment, because families are a huge part of the treatment and recovery process  family program rebuilds, restores, or strengthens family relationships.

Our curriculum, resources, and evidence‑based care were created to help patients not just achieve recovery, but maintain it for life. All of our services and treatment are delivered by clinical expertise — that's where you come in.

As a Registered Nurse you'll be a part of our exciting mission of helping millions of people jumpstart their recovery. Your medical expertise will aid in patient recovery, as you support and implement effective techniques which will make a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities.

If you're looking for a fulfilling, life‑changing job, Recovery Centers of America is the right place for you. And you're the right candidate for us!

Registered Nurses render professional nursing care to patients with behavioral healthcare needs. Performs total patient care assigned. Works with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist with treatment plans. Administers prescribed medications. Maintains patients' medical records on nursing observations. May assist physician during treatment and examination of patient.

• Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Plans and provides nursing care for patients.
• Makes nursing diagnoses of the medical status of patients and recommends treatment options.
• Consults with medical and other behavioral healthcare staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients.
• Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
• Arranges further medical attention when necessary.
• Assists the client in understanding the nature of the disease of addiction and the need for treatment.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.
• Tests for vital signs of pain and ensures treatment of pain.
• Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician's written orders.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping.
• Provides courteous, high‑quality service to patients and members of the public by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner.

• Make the assignment sheets for the shift and communicate it to staff (including staff assignment and breaks).
• Has full responsibility for the overall community management ensuring a safe and efficient shift flow.
• During his/her shift holds staff accountable to their assignments and provides feedback and mentoring as needed.
• Accepts call out notifications from staff and follows all necessary actions/steps to find coverage…