Registered Nurse (RN)- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services- Full Time- Days

Registered Nurse (RN)- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services- 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

• Location- 334 West State Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
• Shift- Monday through Friday 7am - 3:30pm; Occasional Saturdays 7:30am - 12:30pm; No Holidays
• Travel- May be asked to cover at the Cortland Outpatient Clinic as needed- 6 Euclid Ave, Building 1, Suite 3, Cortland, NY 13045

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.

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