Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Eating Disorder Program (Nights)

Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW)
📍 Dunwoody, GA
Pay Rate: $38 – $44 per hour

Pay & Benefits (add if available – strongly recommended for Indeed ranking)

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)

• Shift differentials (nights/weekends if applicable)

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

• PTO + Paid Holidays

• 401(k) with company match (if applicable)

• Continuing Education & Training Support

• Career Growth in a Specialized Clinical Program

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work in a specialized eating disorder program (Residential & PHP levels of care)

• Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team

• Make a direct impact on medical stabilization and recovery outcomes

• Gain experience in a high-demand, niche clinical specialty

Southern Live Oak Wellness is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide medical and psychiatric care within our Eating Disorder Treatment Program

This role focuses on medical monitoring, refeeding safety, and early intervention of complications, while supporting clients through structured meals and recovery-focused care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform admission nursing assessments

• Monitor vital signs, weights, and nutritional intake

• Identify and respond to refeeding syndrome risk

• Monitor labs and electrolyte imbalances

• Administer medications and evaluate effectiveness

• Support and monitor structured meals

• Observe and redirect eating disorder behaviors

• Collaborate with dietitians, therapists, and providers

• Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies

• Educate clients on medications and health risks

• Document accurately in EMR (KIPU)

Qualifications

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Georgia or compact)

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience

• BLS/CPR certification (AHA required)

Preferred

• Experience in behavioral health, eating disorders, or acute care

• BSN

• CPI certification

Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of Anorexia Nervosa (AN), Bulimia Nervosa (BN), Binge Eating Disorder (BED)

• Ability to monitor for refeeding syndrome

• Understanding of cardiac risks (e.g., bradycardia)

• Strong assessment skills for medical instability

• Medication administration proficiency

• Experience in trauma-informed care

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Work Environment

• Residential / PHP clinical setting

• Exposure to medically and psychiatrically complex patients

• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Schedule Options

• Night Shift