Recovery Village Registered Nurse (Night Shift)

Recovery Village Registered Nurse

New Directions Northwest | Baker City, Oregon

FIND YOUR PURPOSE. FIND YOUR PLACE.

Bring your nursing skills to work with purpose.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care and medical oversight to individuals admitted for withdrawal management and behavioral health crisis stabilization. This role ensures adherence to all Oregon Administrative Rules - OAR 309-018 for Detoxification Services and OAR 309-035-0217 for Crisis Stabilization - as well as OSBN, OHA, and BOLI standards. The RN performs comprehensive nursing assessments, medication administration, and client monitoring while maintaining a trauma-informed, person-centered approach to care.

Why This Work Matters

Behavioral health and recovery often include important medical needs. Your clinical skills help clients receive safe, coordinated care while being treated with dignity and respect.

What You'll Do

• Conduct timely nursing assessments and admissions upon client arrival in accordance with OAR 309-018-0110 and OAR 309-035-0217(10).
• Utilize the ASAM Criteria to assess withdrawal severity and determine medical detox eligibility and appropriate level of care.
• Document all nursing assessments, vital signs, and withdrawal scales accurately and promptly.
• Obtain and verify medication history, allergies, and relevant medical/psychiatric information.
• Monitor and document client condition, withdrawal progression, and response to medications throughout each shift.
• Recognize signs of medical distress, overdose, or psychiatric crisis and respond immediately following emergency protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment per OAR 309-018-0200.

What We're Looking For

• Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Two (2) years of experience in behavioral health, detoxification, or medical-surgical settings.
• Knowledge of OAR 309-018, OAR 309-035-0217, and OHA Behavioral Health licensing standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of ASAM Criteria, pharmacology, and detox protocols.
• Ability to work with individuals in withdrawal or acute psychiatric distress.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Must pass background check under OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370

Preferred:

• Experience with co-occurring disorders or residential behavioral health.
• Familiarity with EHR systems and medication reconciliation workflows.

Build Your Career at NDN

At New Directions Northwest, we believe in developing people - not just filling positions. Depending on your role and career path, opportunities may include training, professional development, credentialing support, supervision, and advancement within a multidisciplinary behavioral health organization.

Benefits That Support Your Life

Eligible NDN employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, HSA/FSA options, employee wellness, professional development, and career growth. Specific eligibility and benefit information will be provided during the hiring process.

A Rewarding Career. An Exceptional Life.

Living in Baker City means your life outside work can be pretty good, too. Surrounded by the Elkhorn Mountains and some of Eastern Oregon's most beautiful country, Baker City combines a historic downtown, short commutes, four distinct seasons, and a close-knit community with easy access to hiking, camping, fishing, skiing, and other outdoor recreation.

Big Mountains. Small-Town Connections. Great Careers.

Ready for a New Direction?

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