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Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Detox & Behavioral Health

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This role comes through Texas Nursing Services, a staffing partner, so ask which facility you would land in.

Eligibility
Psychiatric

Posted Jun 18

Shift and hours
8-⁠hour 8 hour
Unit and setting
Psych
License
RN licenseActive Texas RN license (unencumbered)
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Active Texas RN license (unencumbered) Check your license
Certification
BLS certification

Preferred

Certification
ACLS certification Preferred: ACLS certification
Experience
1+ year RN experience in behavioral health, detox, ER, ICU, or corrections Preferred: 1+ year RN experience in behavioral health, detox, ER, ICU, or corrections
Experience
Experience with withdrawal protocols (CIWA/COWS) Preferred: Experience with withdrawal protocols (CIWA/COWS)
Also asks
Strong communication and crisis intervention skills Preferred: Strong communication and crisis intervention skills

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Texas Nursing Services

Texas Nursing Services is a healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Frisco, Texas, at 8811 Teel Parkway. Founded around 2019–2020 (sources differ slightly on the founding year), the company connects licensed clinical professionals with hospitals, health systems, and healthcare facilities requiring…

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Psychiatric Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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Company Description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Detox & Behavioral Health

Hunt, TX (Texas Hill Country)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN

Schedule

8-hour shifts

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Pay: $45.00 – $52.00/hour (based on experience)

Job Description

Overview

A structured inpatient detox and behavioral health program in Hunt, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to support patients through medical detox and recovery.

This is a hands-on clinical role working with patients experiencing substance withdrawal and co-occurring mental health conditions in a controlled, team-based environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct nursing care for patients in detox and recovery
  • Monitor withdrawal symptoms using CIWA and COWS protocols
  • Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and clinical staff
  • Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies
  • Support patient education and recovery engagement

Qualifications

Required

Active Texas RN license (unencumbered) BLS certification

Preferred

  • ACLS certification
  • 1+ year RN experience in behavioral health, detox, ER, ICU, or corrections
  • Experience with withdrawal protocols (CIWA/COWS)
  • Strong communication and crisis intervention skills

Additional Information

Why This Role

  • Consistent 8-hour shift options (no rotating schedules required)
  • Flexible employment options (FT, PT, PRN)
  • High-impact work in detox and addiction medicine
  • Supportive, team-based clinical environment
  • Scenic Hill Country location with manageable commute options

Ideal For

  • RNs interested in behavioral health and substance abuse care
  • Nurses seeking structured, lower-chaos environments vs. hospital ERs
  • Clinicians who value patient connection and long-term recovery impact

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Living costs about 3% below the US average

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