At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we provide compassionate, comprehensive treatment for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Nurse to join our clinical team. In this role, you will be on the front lines of patient care, ensuring medical safety while fostering a therapeutic environment built on trust and professional excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct Patient Care: Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and provide medical assessments tailored to patients in various stages of recovery and withdrawal.
- De-escalation & Crisis Management: Utilize strong verbal de-escalation skills to manage challenging behaviors and maintain a calm, safe environment for both patients and staff.
- Clinical Documentation: Maintain consistent, accurate, and timely electronic health records (EHR). Your documentation will be the backbone of our clinical compliance and patient progress tracking.
- Professional Boundaries: Maintain a high standard of professional ethics, ensuring clear boundaries are established and upheld within the therapeutic relationship.
- Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including counselors, medical directors, and case managers, to provide holistic care.
What Makes a Great Candidate?
We are looking for more than just clinical skills; we are looking for a professional who understands the nuances of behavioral health.
- Expert Communicator: You have a proven history of using de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts peacefully.
- Detail-Oriented: You take pride in your charts. You understand that "if it wasn't documented, it didn't happen," and you ensure every entry is precise and prompt.
- Steadfast Ethics: You possess a solid understanding of professional boundaries, navigating the complexities of patient rapport with maturity and clinical integrity.
- Resilience: You thrive in demanding environments and remain composed under pressure.
Why Pinnacle Treatment Centers?
Join a team that values your expertise and supports your growth. We offer competitive benefits, a supportive leadership structure, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of those in our community.
Benefits:
- Shift differential for nights and weekends.
- 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
- 401k with company match
- Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
- Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and accident insurance.
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
- Discount tuition and scholarship opportunities through Capella University
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Licensure: Valid, unencumbered RN or LPN license in the state of practice.
- Experience: Prior experience in behavioral health, detox, or substance abuse treatment is highly preferred.
- Certifications: BLS/CPR certification required.
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Skills Required
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Valid, unencumbered RN or LPN license in the state of practice
- BLS/CPR certification
- Prior experience in behavioral health, detox, or substance abuse treatment
- Ability to administer medications and monitor vital signs
- Strong verbal de-escalation and crisis management skills
- Accurate and timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation
- Maintain professional boundaries and clinical ethics
- Resilience and ability to work under pressure
What We Do
Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment services. Founded in 2006, Pinnacle has expanded into nine states (California, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia) and includes Aegis, Recovery Works, Stepping Stone, and more in our Pinnacle Family of Companies. Pinnacle was created to help individuals, families, and communities combat substance abuse and find lasting recovery. Our commitment to our patients is built on the quality, customization, and easily accessible nature of our care. Our approach to addiction treatment is holistic. We don't just treat the symptoms, but each aspect of a person; mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual. We off full-service treatment, including detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient programs, medication-supported recovery, transitional housing, and ongoing support. We harness the power of the latest research and complement it with compassionate care to address every facet of addiction. Our commitment to excellence and patient well-being means each person receives the support they need for a sustainable recovery. We're not just a treatment company; we're a community that creates a sense of hope in every step taken, and support in every heart we touch. Everyone knows someone who’s struggled with addiction, we’re no exception; we take addiction personally. That’s why Pinnacle provides the highest quality addiction treatment from a team who genuinely cares.
