The Camp Recovery Center·Scotts Valley, California
The RN is responsible for assessing physical and behavioral health needs and implementing nursing care plans for patients in a substance use disorder treatment center. Key duties include administering medications, monitoring detox progress, and maintaining professional therapeutic boundaries with clients.
REGISTERED NURSE (RN) 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. Compensation for roles at The Camp Recovery Center varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, The Camp Recovery Center provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.Role Location: California Calculated Hourly Range for role: $35.96 - $55.74 per hour AHRN #LI-TCRC #LI-CJ1
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and hold a current Registered Nurse (RN) license. One year of nursing experience is required, with certifications in CPR, de-escalation, and restraint being mandatory.
Market context
Substance use disorder RN positions in California are typically in steady demand because facilities need licensed nurses who can manage complex behavioral and medical needs. These roles are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, one year of nursing experience, and certifications such as CPR and de-escalation/restraint training. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the essentials faster before applying.
