We are seeking an experienced Substance Abuse Registered Nurse to join our Family!

We currently have Full-time (Nights) positions available.

Locations: San Antonio - Bandera Family Hospital 

Family Hospital Systems is putting care back in healthcare while keeping patient care close to home. We are committed to providing our community with affordable healthcare options designed to meet an individual’s physical, mental, and social needs so patients can get back to living their best life.

Our industry is always evolving but our values and commitment remain the same - to our patients and to our staff. It is the reason we are called Family Hospital Systems.

Come join our family helping families.

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse Substance Abuse to join our team! This role will focus on providing compassionate care and support to individuals impacted by substance use disorder. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical assessments, developing treatment plans, implementing interventions, and providing ongoing recovery-oriented care. The ideal candidate is someone with a passion for helping others in their recovery journey and knowledge of evidence-based practices. If you are a self-starter who is committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals affected by substance use disorder, then this is the job for you!

Duties 

• Provides direct patient care to individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction.
• Assist physicians in developing treatment plans, perform patient assessments, monitor a patient's progress, and administer medications and pain management services.
• Provides mental health and emotional support services.
• Conducts mental health screenings and provides emotional support for patients and their families during treatment.
• Educates patients and their loved ones about the dangers of substance abuse and provides resources and information about the various treatment options for addiction.
• Recognizing symptoms and identifying the type of substance abuse
• Managing symptoms such as DTs, seizures, rapid heart rates, etc.
• Utilizing standards for assessing withdrawal symptoms, such as the CIWA protocol
• Administering medications to assist in managing withdrawal symptoms, such as Phenobarbital, Ketamine, Clonidine, Thiamine, and other meds as prescribed.
• Monitor for behavioral changes.
• Assess and manage the use of restraints when appropriate.
• Adheres to current company policies on best treatment modalities and maintains up-to-date knowledge of progressive pharmacological and non-pharmacological drug and alcohol recovery interventions.

Licenses/Certifications 

RN License

Basic Life Support (BLS), within 30 days of hire or transfer

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), within 30 days of hire or transfer

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), within 30 days of hire or transfer

Education

Associates or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

What we offer *

• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive pay
• Shift Differential
• Generous paid time off (PTO accrual begins on day one)
• Multiple Medical plan options with employer reimbursement program
• Employer paid vision and dental coverage
• Employer provided short term disability, paternity leave, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Volunteer program
• No out-of-pocket expenses at FHS facilities – FHS Membership