Registered Nurse (DAY SHIFT, Part-time and Per Diem)

Terra Behavioral Health is building something different — a modern behavioral health platform grounded in integrity, human connection, and operational excellence. We’re clinician-led and founder-driven, combining deep clinical roots with disciplined, scalable systems that honor both people and performance.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and compassionate Registered Nurse to serve within our residential treatment program. This position offers a unique opportunity to get back to quality patient care in an environment that fosters staff wellness and balance.

In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe, consistent, and high-quality nursing care for clients with psychiatric, medical, substance use, and co-occurring needs at our 6-bed SUD residential home in Temecula.

Working in close partnership with the RN Manager and Clinical Director, you will help build a nursing model that is structured, collaborative, and deeply human — one that reflects Terra’s commitment to both clinical excellence and employee-centered leadership.

This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys direct patient care, values teamwork and accountability, and is ready for more work/life balance in a growing organization.

What You’ll Do

At Terra, nurses are not just clinical responders — they are essential to the client experience, the heartbeat of the milieu, and champions of safety, dignity, and compassionate care.

Direct Clinical Care & Nursing Practice

· Provide skilled, trauma-informed nursing care including assessments, ongoing evaluations, group education, and treatment plans for clients with Mental Health, SUD, and Co-Occurring conditions.

· Support safe detoxification/withdrawal management protocols (as applicable) under physician/psychiatrist/NP guidance.

· Administer medications with precision, following Terra’s safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

· Monitor for medical or psychiatric changes in condition and intervene promptly and appropriately.

Safety, Risk Management & Crises

· Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies with strong clinical judgment, calm, and clarity.

· Support the milieu through de-escalation, crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and safety planning.

· Ensure compliance with all medication, storage, infection control, and nursing standards.

Collaboration & Care Coordination

· As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, collaborate closely with therapists, medical providers, case managers, and behavioral health technicians to provide cohesive, integrated care.

· Participate in clinical rounds and interdisciplinary discussions to support client progress, safety, and outcomes.

· Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, families, and team members.

· As needed driving duties.

Documentation & Compliance

· Complete timely, accurate nursing notes, assessments, and MAR documentation that meet DHCS, Joint Commission, and Terra standards.

· Bring a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to every aspect of nursing practice.

· Follow all scope-of-practice guidelines, medication protocols, and regulatory expectations.

Housekeeping/Maintain a Clean, Safe Environment

· Clean and sanitize client bedrooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, and staff spaces.

· Follow infection control, safety, and facility protocols consistently.

· Ensure spaces are orderly, calm, and welcoming.

Support Program Operations

· Assist with laundry, linens, and supply restocking as needed.

· Identify maintenance or safety concerns and report them promptly.

· Support room readiness for admissions, discharges, and inspections.

· Alert staff and respond to safety concerns as needed.

Milieu Leadership & Culture

· Help create a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe and staff feel supported.

· Embrace feedback, training, and development as part of a culture committed to continuous improvement.

· Embody Terra’s values — truth, integrity, humility, and heart — in every interaction.

· Contribute ideas and observations that strengthen our systems and elevate the care we deliver.

Culture & Milieu Management

· Help create a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe and staff feel supported.

· Ensure nursing department operates effectively providing great care & exceptional nursing services.

· Embrace feedback, training, and development as part of a culture committed to continuous improvement.

· Embody Terra’s values — truth, integrity, humility, and heart — in every interaction.

· Contribute ideas and observations that strengthen our systems and elevate the care we deliver.

What You Bring

· Active California RN License

· Valid Driver’s License

· CPR certified or willing to complete CPR certification prior to hire

· 2 years experience working in residential, inpatient, or structured mental health and substances use treatment settings (preferred)

· Strong patient-centered assessment, treatment planning, and crisis response skills

· Ability to remain grounded, collaborative, and client-centered in fast-paced or emergent situations.

· Values that align with Terra: integrity, transparency, humility, accountability, and heart.

How we work at Terra

· We move with urgency, clarity, and intention.

· We lead with truth — even when it’s uncomfortable.

· We honor clinicians and protect clinical integrity.

· We operate with accountability and follow-through.

· We build systems that are agile, disciplined, and built to scale.

· We choose high performance AND humanity.

· We solve problems together — no egos, no silos.

Ideal Candidate- RN - Nurse Manager - Psychiatric Nurse - Addiction Nursing - Substance Use Nurse

Pay: $50.00 - $60.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you applying for the Per Diem or Part Time position?

Experience:

• Detox and Addiction Medicine: 1 year (Preferred)
• Behavioral Health treatment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Active California RN License (Required)
• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $61