Shelby Comprehensive Treatment Center·Lafayette, Louisiana
Provide high-quality individual and group counseling to patients recovering from opioid use disorder. Manage patient recovery through treatment planning, assessments, and coordination with multidisciplinary medical teams.
Overview FT Days and Nights RN Behavioral Health Opportunity at Vermilion Behavioral Health!
Pay $30.25 - $46.43 (depending on years of experience) Come join our team as a Registered Nurse, at Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems!
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health.
If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community, this position is right for you!
Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems in Lafayette, Louisiana, is a renowned provider of addiction treatment and mental health services for adolescents and adults of all genders.
Located in southern Louisiana, about 55 miles from Baton Rouge, Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems offers personalized inpatient and outpatient care to address substance use disorders and mental health concerns such as bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety.
The facility also offers on-site detoxification and dual diagnosis programming.
At Acadia Healthcare, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage. Additionally, our well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs, financial support, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Competitive salary Excellent training program Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry. Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. AHRN #LI-VBHS #LI-LM1
Requires a high school diploma and a valid license such as CADC, LCAS, LCSW, or LCMHC. Experience in addiction recovery, behavioral health settings, and familiarity with MAT and evidence-based practices is required.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
