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Job description
Job Details: Job Location: VV - Bradford - Bradford, VT 05033, Salary Range: $45.00 - $50.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Night, Job Category: Health Care
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in a substance use disorder (SUD) treatment setting, including detoxification and/or residential services. The RN is responsible for independent assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, and for coordinating services across the interdisciplinary treatment team.
In accordance with Vermont law, the RN practices within a full scope of nursing, including assessment, diagnosis, care planning, and evaluation of patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment & Care Management
Conduct comprehensive physical and behavioral health assessments
Establish nursing diagnoses and develop individualized care plans
Monitor and evaluate patient progress, modifying care plans as needed
Administer medications, including detoxification and MAT protocols, per provider orders
Respond to acute medical and behavioral health needs
Detoxification & Addiction Treatment
Conduct and document withdrawal assessments using standardized tools (e.g., CIWA, COWS)(as applicable)
Monitor patients for complications related to substance withdrawal (e.g., alcohol, opioids)
Support medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including patient education and adherence monitoring
Provide health education focused on recovery, relapse prevention, and wellness
Care Coordination
Collaborate with physicians, APRNs, counselors, and case managers to support integrated care
Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges
Facilitate referrals to medical and behavioral health services as needed
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams
Supervision & Delegation
Direct and supervise LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel
Delegate tasks in accordance with Vermont nursing regulations and patient safety considerations
Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to nursing staff
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
Ensure adherence to Vermont Nurse Practice Act, organizational policies, and regulatory standards
Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and performance monitoring
Safety & Quality
Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and trauma-informed care environment
Respond to emergencies, including overdose, withdrawal complications, and behavioral crises
Promote infection control and patient safety protocols
Work Environment
Detoxification units, residential treatment centers, outpatient clinics, or community-based settings
Fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment
May require shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, and respond quickly in emergency situations
Ability to lift or assist patients as needed
Manual dexterity for clinical procedures
Core Competencies
Advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking
Leadership and team coordination
Effective communication and patient education
Crisis management and de-escalation
Documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance
Qualifications:
Current, activeRegistered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Vermont
Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (ACLS preferred depending on setting)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in substance use disorder treatment, detox, or behavioral health
Experience with medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles
Experience with electronic health records (EHR)
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Worksite address
bradford, VT, 05033, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.