What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health-SUD $37–$42-DOE position at Step One Halfway House?
Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health-SUD $37–$42-DOE
Company Description About Us
Step One Behavioral & Residential is a leading residential behavioral health facility in Phoenix dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based care. We specialize in supporting individuals navigating mental health challenges and substance use disorders. Our mission is to provide a safe, structured, and healing environment that empowers our residents on their journey to long-term recovery.
We are seeking an experienced, empathetic, and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful impact on our community.
Position Overview
As a Residential RN, you will provide high-quality medical and psychiatric nursing care to residents within our facility. You will work closely with therapists, psychiatrists, and case managers to monitor patient progress, manage medications, and ensure a safe therapeutic environment. This position offers an excellent work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule and absolutely no overnight shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive physical and psychiatric nursing assessments upon admission and throughout treatment.
- Administer and manage medications, monitor for side effects, and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to develop, implement, and update individualized patient care plans.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary, ensuring the safety of residents and staff.
- Educate residents and their families on health wellness, psychiatric diagnoses, and medication compliance.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic health records (EHR) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to support the facility during off-hours.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arizona (or compact license).
- Experience: Minimum of 18 months of nursing experience required. Experience in behavioral health, mental health, or substance abuse treatment settings is strongly preferred.
- Certifications: Current BLS/CPR certification required. Crisis prevention/de-escalation training (e.g., CPI) is a plus.
- Language Skills: Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred, though not required.
- Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to patient care.
- Knowledge of Kipu EMR a plus. On-Call: Occasional on-call rotation required-email careers@steponebr.org with resume
Salary : $37 - $42