LPN Night Nurse

LPN - Overnight Nurse Daylight Recovery Center | West Palm Beach, FL Every Saturday Night | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Per Diem | 12-Hour Shift Position Summary Daylight Recovery Center is seeking a compassionate and clinically strong RN or LPN to join our overnight nursing team at our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. This position is scheduled for every Saturday night from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM and supports clients in detoxification and residential treatment settings. The overnight nurse is responsible for maintaining patient safety, monitoring withdrawal symptoms, administering medications, completing clinical documentation, and providing therapeutic support throughout the shift. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, attentive to detail, and committed to providing trauma-informed, patient-centered care to individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Key ResponsibilitiesClient Care & Assessment Conduct nursing assessments and ongoing overnight evaluations Monitor withdrawal symptoms using CIWA, COWS, and other clinical tools as indicated Assess mental status, suicide risk, behavioral presentation, and physical health concerns Monitor vital signs and report abnormalities promptly Provide supportive care during detoxification and stabilization Medication Administration & Management Safely prepare, administer, and document medications following the Five Rights of Medication Administration Monitor for adverse reactions, side effects, and medication-seeking behaviors Maintain accurate MAR documentation Complete medication counts and report discrepancies immediately Communicate PRN medication needs and clinical concerns to providers Safety & Withdrawal Monitoring Complete routine rounds and safety checks throughout the shift Support 1:1 observation, suicide precautions, and elopement precautions as assigned Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation Respond appropriately to medical or psychiatric emergencies Maintain infection control and safety standards Documentation & Compliance Complete accurate and timely EMR documentation Chart nursing assessments, interventions, withdrawal monitoring, and shift summaries Complete incident reports when applicable Maintain compliance with state regulations, HIPAA standards, and facility policies Interdisciplinary Collaboration Communicate effectively with providers, therapists, behavioral health technicians, and leadership Provide detailed clinical handoff to day shift staff Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges as needed Educate clients regarding medications, withdrawal expectations, and recovery support Qualifications Required Active and unrestricted Florida RN or LPN license Current CPR/BLS certification Ability to pass background check and drug screening Strong clinical judgment and communication skills Compassionate, professional, and non-judgmental approach to patient care Preferred Experience Detoxification or withdrawal management experience Familiarity with CIWA and COWS protocols Experience in substance use disorder or behavioral health treatment settings EMR documentation experience Schedule Every Saturday Night 7:00 PM - 7:00

AM Per Diem Position Location Daylight Recovery Center Pay:

$28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

RN (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person