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Medical Detox Nurse

Community and Family Resources
Iowa, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

Are you interested in a position that offers nursing autonomy? Are you interested in having direct impact on quality care and making active decisions for your patients?  Do you want to make an impact in the lives of those suffering from substance use disorders and have a direct impact on our community? If all of those are a "yes", then this position is for you! Community and Family Resources is seeking a Nurse to provide medical care for clients in our Medically Monitored Detox Unit in Iowa City.  This detox unit is located in a Community Access Center called the GuideLink Center. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide Comprehensive Assessment and Care Plan delivery for clients following physician and standing orders. 
  • Be an active member of the integrated care team.
  • Active participation for individualized discharge planning for each client. 
  • Close collaboration with medical providers for each client to ensure high quality care. 

Education and Experience Qualifications:

  • Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an active license in Iowa.
  • Experience in substance use treatment services is preferred.

Schedule:

  • Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
  • Hours: Thursday and Friday, 6a-6p, option to add Saturday or Sunday 6a-6p to reach full-time status if candidate prefers.

Benefits and Compensation:

  • IPERS retirement benefit
  • Optional 401K
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • PTO for part time staff!
  • Paid trainings and CEU opportunities
  • Various discounts including tuition fees at partner schools, travel, cell phone plans, and more!

Application Process:

Candidates interested in applying should submit an application and resume. Candidates will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and TB test prior to starting employment. 


Equal Opportunity Employer: Community and Family Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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