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Registered Nurse - Full Time - Day Shift 12 hour shifts

Gaudenzia, Inc.·Washington, District of Columbia

$44 - $50/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Perform initial nursing assessments and manage medication administration for clients with substance use and mental health disorders. Provide health education and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support long-term recovery.

Are you a compassionate nurse looking to make a meaningful impact beyond traditional bedside care? At our organization, nursing is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to help individuals reclaim their lives through recovery, healing, and support.

Our mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions — regardless of individual circumstances.

Now Hiring: RNs | Join a Mission-Driven Team

Compensation

RN Applicants

$44.00 - $49.50 p/hr.

Shift/Schedule/Status

Full Time - Day Shift 12 hour shifts

We are looking for nurses who

  • Lead with empathy
  • Thrive in collaborative environments
  • Are passionate about behavioral health and recovery support
  • Want their work to have lasting impact

Why join us?

Every day, our team helps individuals rediscover hope, rebuild relationships, and achieve lasting recovery. If you are passionate about helping people overcome substance use and mental health challenges and want to work for an organization committed to dignity, compassion, and recovery for all, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today

Join a team that believes recovery is possible and works every day to provide the support, treatment, and encouragement individuals need to build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Together, we can make recovery accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.

Qualifications

Education/Training

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Must have an active
  • in good standing- license (RN) valid in the state in which clinical will practice. Must also possess current CPR Certification.

Experience

RN 1

May be recent graduate of approved nursing school with up to one (1) year experience.

RN 2: Two (2) to five (5) years nursing experience, with one (1) year in addictions, mental health, or related specialty.

RN 3: Five (5) or more years nursing experience, with two (2) years in addictions, mental health, or related specialty

Your responsibilities in this role may include

  • Perform initial nursing assessment for clients within 24 hours of admission in accordance with established program policies and state regulation.
  • Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure complete physical examinations, as well as required additional health screenings and supplemental tests.
  • Administer medications, as well supervise the self-administered medications, where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
  • Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
  • Counsel clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management etc.
  • Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety, adequate care, and provider compliance for payment.
  • Ensure proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
  • Assist in the facilitation of special events, including, but not limited to: staff training, staff retreat, workshops and facility events.
  • Implement health seminars, including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
  • Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed.
  • Implement and assure adherence to infection control policies and practices.
  • Provide education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance.
  • Maintain RN license with good standing.
  • Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or designee.

Working Conditions

  • *Required to work rotating weekends including one off shift per week to ensure program coverage.
  • May be required to work shifts outside of assigned shifts during critical staffing shortages.
  • The minimum holiday requirement is 1 major summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, or Labor Day) and 1 major winter
  • Holiday (Thanksgiving,
  • Christmas, or
  • New
  • Year's
  • Day (night shift: New Year's Eve). Other Holidays will be rotated amongst all staff.
  • This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather
  • For Gaudenzia sites with multiple programs, you may be required to work in any of the programs based on staffing needs
  • PRN positions - 3 shifts per month are required.

What We Offer

Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

For additional details regarding our benefits, please visit

https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/ [https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/]

Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

Come work with us!

  • Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment.
  • We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect.
  • Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit.
  • All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values.
  • We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination.
  • Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making.
  • By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage--from job posting to onboarding--we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose.
  • Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school with a valid RN license and current CPR certification. Experience levels range from recent graduates to those with over five years of specialty experience in addictions or mental health.

  • professional certificate
  • Case Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Education
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Infection Control
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Nursing Assessment
  • Behavioral Health
  • Patient Counseling
  • Collaborative Care

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$44 - $50/hr
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Gaudenzia, Inc.

Gaudenzia, Inc. is one of the largest nonprofit substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment centers in the United States, with 51 facilities operating in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. The agency serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and...

Salary listed on 19 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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