Posted August 23, 2026
Registered Nurse
Resources for Human Development
Philadelphia, PA, US
Full Time
44.98USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN)
New Program Opening – Join Our Growing Team
Pay Rate: $44.98 per hour
RHD is excited to launch a new program and is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team! This is a unique opportunity to be part of building something new while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals working toward recovery.
If you are a compassionate, organized, and clinically strong nurse who thrives in behavioral health settings, we encourage you to apply.
What You’ll Do:
Provide Direct Nursing Care:
- Conduct daily mental status assessments for 6–12 residents.
- Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift.
- Monitor for early signs of psychiatric relapse, medication side effects, or medical concerns.
- Lead response efforts during psychiatric or medical emergencies.
Support Recovery & Clinical Collaboration:
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement Personal Recovery Plans.
- Coordinate care with Psychiatrists, Primary Care Physicians, and specialists.
- Engage regularly with residents to monitor changes and support treatment goals.
Medication & Health Management:
- Maintain oversight of medication administration and ensure prescriptions are current.
- Complete assessments and physicals within regulatory timeframes.
- Assist residents with scheduling medical appointments and following up on recommendations.
Educate & Empower:
- Provide education on medication management and overall health and wellness.
- Participate in and/or facilitate educational groups.
- Contribute to a positive, recovery-oriented program environment.
What We’re Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
- Current Pennsylvania RN (or LPN) license.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Act 33/34 clearances.
- FBI clearance (as required).
- Completion of required physical, TB test, and Hepatitis B titer.
- All trainings required by licensure.
Preferred:
- Experience in Behavioral Health and/or Criminal Justice settings.
Why Join This New Program?
- Competitive pay at $44.98 per hour.
- Opportunity to help shape a new program from the ground up.
- Collaborative and mission-driven team environment.
- Meaningful work supporting recovery and community reintegration.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
