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Ascension Recovery Services

Behavioral health consulting for addiction recovery

Registered Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeIowa City, IA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing is required.
  • An active, unencumbered registered nurse license in the state of employment is required.
  • CPR and First Aid certification are required, or the ability to obtain them within 30 days of hire.
  • Strong nursing assessment skills are required.
  • Experience administering and reconciling medications is required.
  • Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment are required.
  • The nurse must be able to respond calmly during crises.
  • The nurse must be able to prioritize in a fast-paced treatment environment.
  • The nurse must be able to remain calm and professional while managing competing clinical priorities.
  • The role requires regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, documentation, vital-sign monitoring, and assisting with patient movement or repositioning when appropriate.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct nursing assessments, evaluate high-risk indicators, and document findings accurately and promptly.
  • Provide direct medical evaluation and intervention as needed.
  • Complete an individualized nursing care plan for each patient admission.
  • Participate in medical discharge planning beginning at intake.
  • Administer medications safely and accurately, including during shift handoffs.
  • Collaborate with the pharmacy and medical providers regarding medication orders and medication administration record reconciliation.
  • Monitor patients for medication side effects and adverse reactions and respond appropriately.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
  • Contribute to comprehensive treatment plans addressing medical, psychological, and recovery needs.
  • Coordinate medical care with hospitals, providers, families, and other appropriate partners.
  • Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation.
  • Follow facility policies, professional nursing standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Support licensing, accreditation, and quality expectations related to nursing services.
  • Help maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic treatment environment.
  • Assist with crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning.
  • Model professional and trauma-informed interactions with patients.
  • Assist with additional medical and program responsibilities as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing or an advanced degree is preferred.
  • At least two years of experience in substance use disorder, detox, psychiatric, behavioral health, or related nursing settings is preferred.
  • Experience working with co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, or medical withdrawal management is preferred.

About the Company

Ascension Recovery Services

Behavioral health consulting for addiction recovery

Ascension Recovery Services provides consulting and program development for substance use disorder treatment, offering ongoing support to ensure sustainable, high-quality care. Its services help healthcare providers, treatment centers, and individuals by delivering end-to-end solutions that span the whole recovery process—from initial intervention to relapse prevention. The company works by implementing and supporting comprehensive programs and sustainable business models, ensuring care is financially viable while maintaining quality. What sets Ascension Recovery Services apart is its integrative, end-to-end approach across the entire continuum of care, helping clients streamline the recovery journey and maintain continuity of services. The overarching goal is to enable effective addiction recovery by building durable, scalable programs and improving outcomes for patients and providers alike.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Morgantown, WV
Founded
2013

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