Registered Nurse; RN - Ridge Recovery Center

Registered Nurse (RN) - The Ridge Recovery Center

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Location:

Connecticut-Willimantic-289 Windham Rd Willimantic (10534)

Job:
Behavioral Health / Psychiatry

Organization:
Rushford

Job Summary:

Rushford Center (The Ridge Recovery Center) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse who desires a rewarding career making a difference in the lives of individuals living with substance use disorders. The Ridge Recovery Center is a new state-of-the-art substance use disorder treatment facility in Windham, CT. The Ridge Recovery Center offers personalized paths to recovery in a serene and tranquil setting.

The Registered Nurse will work with and assist other professional, clinical, and medical staff in providing day-to-day direct care to individuals with substance use disorders. Some of the duties and responsibilities for this position include: assessing client's conditions, administering medications, managing withdrawal symptoms, providing direct nursing care and education to clients in regard to their health, wellness and recovery. Our ideal candidate will possess strong therapeutic interpersonal skills to encourage and motivate individuals to work towards their treatment goals.

Qualifications:

Valid CT RN license. Minimum of Associate's degree in nursing. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. CPR & AED certified within six months of employment. Accredited certification in Addictions Nursing (CARN) or Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (or is actively pursuing credentialing) is preferred. Minimum of one years' nursing experience in Psychiatric or Substance Abuse Treatment preferred. Experience as a CNA, Mental Health Worker, or other related field is desirable for newly graduated nurses.

As a Hartford Health Care entity, Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of:
Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs With locations around the state, Hartford Health Care offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.

We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

Regular Standard Hours Per Week: 32

Schedule:

Part-time (2 - 39 hours) Shift Details:
Sunday-Wednesday 11 PM-7:30 AM