Addiction Staff Registered Nurse (RN)

The Addiction Staff Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in delivering safe, structured detoxification and stabilization services at The Dimock Center, a federally qualified community health center. This is a hands-on clinical role in our Behavioral Health Services, which provides residential and outpatient treatment for individuals living with mental illness and substance use disorders. You will work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, monitoring withdrawal, managing medical needs, and supporting patients through early recovery in collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and throughout treatment
• Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and overall patient status, responding promptly to changes or emergent conditions
• Identify and manage co-occurring medical conditions that may impact detoxification or stabilization
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered to manage withdrawal symptoms and medical concerns
• Provide evidence-based nursing care to promote patient safety, comfort, and stabilization
• Offer patient education and supportive communication related to detoxification, recovery, and treatment expectations
• Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, counselors, and other team members to support individualized treatment plans
• Communicate clearly and professionally regarding patient status, concerns, and care needs
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record
• Adhere to all confidentiality, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety activities as assigned
• Engage in required training and continuing education to maintain clinical competence

Required Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Solid foundation in medical-surgical nursing and management of co-occurring medical conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in addiction treatment, detoxification, or acute behavioral health settings

Schedule

• Full-time, 3x12 shifts per week
• Swing shift: 11am to 11pm

Compensation

• Approved Salary: $50-$55/hr