Job Description

Pyramid Healthcare’s detox and residential treatment facility in Dallas, Pennsylvania, provides a comprehensive approach to addiction recovery for those seeking effective and compassionate care.

The Registered Nurse plays an essential role in the delivery of treatment services at Pyramid Healthcare. This position is responsible for providing direct nursing care, nursing assessments, medication administration, client education, and clinical support services in accordance with organizational policies, physician orders, nursing standards of practice, accreditation standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.

The Registered Nurse collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, medical staff, and interdisciplinary treatment team members to promote client safety, continuity of care, positive treatment outcomes, and quality service delivery.

Address: 100 Upper Demunds Rd, Dallas, PA 18612

The RN rate is $35/hr plus shift differential

Shift: 7:00am - 7:00pm or 7:00 pm to 7:00 am

Shift differentials:

1st Shift: Saturday and Sunday $1.50

2nd Shift differentials: (Monday - Friday) $1.00, Saturday and Sunday $2.00

3rd Shift Differentials: (Monday - Friday) $2.00, Saturday and Sunday $3.00

Top Reasons why a Nursing position with Pyramid Healthcare - Dallas Inpatient is unique:

• Our Nurses do not have to assist with ADLs: All clients are independent for Bathing, feeding, grooming, personal hygiene, etc.
• No catheters No I/Vs/Ports/Midlines
• Our Nurses are not responsible for blood draws (we contract with a national lab who does them)
• There are minimal physical requirements for our Nursing positions: No heavy lifting, No long periods of standing/walking, etc. No paper MAR's - we have active eMAR

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and clinical services to clients in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and organizational policies.
• Complete nursing assessments, reassessments, and related clinical documentation for admissions and ongoing treatment needs.
• Administer medications and monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and client response to treatment.
• Monitor and implement withdrawal management protocols, including completion of COWS, CIWA, and other clinical assessment tools as applicable.
• Provide medication education, health education, and nursing support to clients and families as appropriate.
• Coordinate and support physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical providers during assessments, medication management appointments, and treatment planning activities.
• Monitor client health status and communicate significant clinical findings, concerns, and changes in condition to appropriate treatment team members.
• Provide guidance and support to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) regarding client care assignments and nursing activities as appropriate.
• Maintain medical equipment, medication storage areas, and clinical supplies in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members to support continuity of care and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with treatment team members to support client care, communication, and continuity of services.
• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to all company information.
• Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Licensure, Education, & Experience:

• Current unencumbered RN license in Pennsylvania required.
• Current CPR/BLS, and First Aid required.
• Background or experience in a behavioral health treatment setting preferred.
• Background in Substance Use Treatment and Co-occurring Disorders preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Sound clinical judgment and strong nursing assessment skills.
• Knowledge of medication administration, nursing standards of practice, and clinical documentation requirements.
• Ability to identify, assess, and respond appropriately to medical concerns, emergencies, and crisis situations.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and apply clinical information to support decision-making and client care.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, licensing, accreditation, and compliance requirements applicable to healthcare and behavioral health services.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle objects, equipment, and medical supplies, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs, stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and seldom lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position operates in behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and community-based healthcare environments. Employees may interact with individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental health conditions, withdrawal symptoms, medical concerns, and crisis situations. Employees may encounter exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, communicable illnesses, medications, and emotionally sensitive or traumatic situations. Local travel may be required based on operational needs.

Compensation

This position may be subject to state or local wage transparency requirements. Where required by law, a compensation range will be provided. For candidates applying in jurisdictions with such requirements, the applicable range will be disclosed either in this posting or during the interview process. Please note that compensation may vary depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. To inquire about the salary range for your specific location, please contact our recruitment team.