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Job Description Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Detox & Behavioral Health Position Overview: We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) with a strong background in detoxification, withdrawal management, and behavioral health care to join our clinical team. This role is ideal for nurses who are confident working with patients experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions in residential or inpatient treatment settings. The RN will play a critical role in ensuring safe withdrawal management, medication administration, crisis intervention, and collaborative treatment planning within an interdisciplinary care model. Key Responsibilities: Provide nursing care for patients undergoing detox and withdrawal management Utilize and document assessments using CIWA (Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment) and COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale) protocols Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and throughout treatment Safely administer and monitor medications, including withdrawal management and psychiatric medications Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and behavioral health status Respond to and support patients during medical or behavioral crises Document all care in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and facility standards Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other clinical staff as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team Educate patients on medications, withdrawal processes, and recovery support Maintain a therapeutic, professional, and supportive environment for individuals in recovery Required Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing Experience in detox, withdrawal management, or substance use disorder treatment Hands-on experience with CIWA and COWS protocols Background in behavioral health, psychiatric, residential, or inpatient settings Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills Experience with medication administration in behavioral health or detox settings Ability to remain calm and effective in crisis situations Excellent communication and teamwork skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders Familiarity with trauma-informed care BLS/CPR certification Job Requirements Mental Health