Registered Nurse (RN)- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Men's Residential Program- Full Time- Days

apartment Cayuga Medical Center location_onTrumansburg, NY 14886, US

$35.63 - $40 / HOUR

Registered Nurse (RN)- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Men's Residential Program- Full Time- Days

Centralus Health and its affiliates are a regional healthcare network committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and equitable care to the communities we serve. Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARS), an affiliate of Centralus Health, provides evidence-based treatment and recovery services for individuals impacted by substance use disorders. Our mission is supported by interdisciplinary teams dedicated to improving access to care, advancing clinical excellence, and supporting recovery-oriented outcomes.

Role Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) at Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive nursing care within the Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) and outpatient services in Ithaca, NY. This role focuses on supporting individuals impacted by Opioid Use Disorder through compassionate, trauma-informed, and nonjudgmental care, while ensuring compliance with clinical, regulatory, and safety standards.

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide direct professional nursing care to clients within scope of practice in the OTP clinic and, as needed, on the Mobile Medication Unit
Complete nursing assessments including vital signs, risk assessments, and withdrawal assessments in accordance with OASAS regulations and timelines
Administer medications and implement nursing interventions in accordance with facility policies and provider orders
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in electronic and paper medical records
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary treatment team members regarding client medical needs and care coordination

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or equivalent combination of education and experience in behavioral health
License: Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license
Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or outpatient clinical settings
- Minimum 1 year experience providing direct patient care, nursing assessments, and clinical documentation
Skills: Demonstrated ability to multitask, perform crisis intervention, maintain professional treatment boundaries, and communicate effectively with diverse populations

Preferred Skills and Experience

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Experience: Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment preferred

Physical Requirements

This role requires repetitive use of hands and fingers, frequent standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods, and the ability to stoop, kneel, and reach. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, including medical supplies and medication inventory. The employee must be physically capable of operating standard clinical equipment and performing essential job functions in a healthcare and treatment environment.

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements

Onsite- 3321 NYS Route 227, Trumansburg, NY 14886
Shift- First Shift
Travel- 25% possibility of travel to other CARS locations for coverage if needed

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard rate of $35.63 - $40.00 per hour

Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, staff, providers, and volunteers with dignity and respect, ensuring safe, equitable, and inclusive care environments. We actively work to identify and eliminate barriers that contribute to disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.

Centralus Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application, pre-employment testing, an interview, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@centralushealth.org.

I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

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