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Addiction Rn Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Physician (Medical Director)

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$180 - $200/hr

Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Medical Assistants ... Addiction Medicine * Psychiatry * Family Medicine * Internal Medicine * Emergency Medicine ...

Physician (Medical Director)

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$180 - $200/hr

Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Medical Assistants ... Addiction Medicine * Psychiatry * Family Medicine * Internal Medicine * Emergency Medicine ...

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How much do addiction rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for addiction rn in Houston, TX is $46.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.99 and $53.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Addiction RN?

An Addiction RN (Registered Nurse) is a nursing professional who specializes in caring for patients struggling with substance use disorders. They provide medical support, administer medications, monitor withdrawal symptoms, and educate patients and families about addiction and recovery. Addiction RNs often work in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, outpatient clinics, or community health settings. Their role is vital in both the medical management of addiction and supporting patients through the recovery process.

How does an Addiction RN typically collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient recovery?

As an Addiction RN, you will work closely with physicians, social workers, counselors, and other healthcare professionals to create and implement individualized care plans for patients struggling with substance use disorders. Daily, you may participate in team meetings to discuss patient progress, coordinate medication management, and provide education on harm reduction strategies. Effective communication and collaboration are essential to ensure continuity of care and to support patients' physical and emotional needs throughout their recovery journey.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Addiction RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Addiction RN, you need a solid background in nursing practice, addiction treatment protocols, and mental health care, typically with an active RN license and experience or certification in addiction or behavioral health nursing. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), detoxification management tools, and substance abuse screening instruments is highly beneficial. Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and crisis intervention abilities help Addiction RNs build trust and effectively support patients through recovery. These competencies are essential to provide safe, evidence-based care and facilitate positive outcomes for individuals struggling with addiction.

What is the difference between Addiction Rn vs Substance Abuse Counselor?

AspectAddiction RnSubstance Abuse Counselor
CredentialsRegistered Nurse license, specialized training in addictionState certification or license, counseling credentials
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, detox centersRehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, community programs
Job FocusMedical management, patient care, medication administrationCounseling, therapy, behavioral interventions

While both roles focus on addiction treatment, Addiction Rns primarily provide medical care and manage medications, whereas Substance Abuse Counselors focus on therapy and behavioral support. Both are essential in addiction recovery but serve different functions within treatment settings.

What job categories do people searching Addiction Rn jobs in Houston, TX look for?

The top searched job categories for Addiction Rn jobs in Houston, TX are:

What cities near Houston, TX are hiring for Addiction Rn jobs?

Cities near Houston, TX with the most Addiction Rn job openings:

Infographic showing various Addiction Rn job openings in Houston, TX as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,247 per year, or $46.3 per hour.

Behavioral Health RN in Conroe, TX

Conroe, TX โ€ข On-site

Vivian Health
Recruiting and Staffing Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

Your experience matters 

Woodland Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Technicianjoining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthierยฎ. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

Our philosophy is built on a psychosocial model of care to decrease suicide rates, decrease addiction-related deaths, reverse the decline in life expectancy, and improve productivity in the communities we serve. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling so you can focus on what really matters-providing quality patient care. Join our team in Conroe, Texas, to build a career that touches lives.

How you'll contribute 

A Behavioral Health Technicianwho excels in this role provides support to the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the registered nurse by ensuring scheduled programs are delivered, supervising patients, maintaining safety, and treating patients and guests with dignity.

  • Observe and maintain a safe environment through regular patient checks, safety monitoring, contraband searches, and oneโ€‘onโ€‘one supervision as needed.
  • Perform delegated tasks such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, documenting care, assisting with group education, and monitoring patients.
  • Promote a positive therapeutic milieu and accompany patients to meals, breaks, offโ€‘unit visits, and appointments.
  • Report all medical or psychiatric changes to the RN and assist with admissions, including belongings inventory and vital signs.
  • Document patient property at admission and discharge and conduct unit safety checks each shift to ensure a clean, therapeutic environment.
  • Encourage or assist patients with activities of daily living and facilitate or cofacilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups using established guidelines.
  • Apply crisis intervention and deโ€‘escalation techniques as needed and maintain knowledge of program protocols.
  • Orient new staff members to the unit, document in the medical record according to policy, provide feedback to the interdisciplinary team, comply with OSHA and CDC specimen guidelines, and perform other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 

  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.

  • Experience: Previous experience in a psychiatric healthโ€‘care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred.

  • Certifications: CPR and deโ€‘escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Schedule: 3x12, nights (7p-7a), & rotating weekends

Why join us 

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Woodland Springs

Woodland Springsis a behavioral health hospital located in Conroe, Texas. We provide inpatient and outpatient programming for those facing mental health and addiction challenges. Our programs offer caring, compassionate treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.

Programs include inpatient mental health and addiction treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT).

EEOC Statement

Woodland Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Woodland Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.