Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Boca Recovery Center • Englewood, NJ

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our multidisciplinary medical team in Englewood, NJ. The APRN plays a key clinical role in delivering psychiatric and medical services to individuals in detox and residential treatment. This role requires clinical expertise in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice as an APRN in the state of New Jersey.
• Active NPI and DEA registration (X-Waiver preferred but not required).
• Current CPR certification.
• Maintains all state-required certifications and licenses.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in psychiatric or addiction treatment settings preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
• Strong knowledge of addiction, dual-diagnosis treatment, and trauma-informed care.
• Adherence to state Board of Nursing Scope of Practice and professional Code of Ethics.
• Understanding of Infection Control protocols and Joint Commission standards.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, Drug-Free Workplace, Workplace Violence Prevention, and Corporate Compliance.
• High competency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Cultural sensitivity and ethical approach to diverse patient populations.
• Ability to respond to psychiatric crises, including suicidality and homicidality.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing expertise for the design and execution of medical and clinical activities in accordance with each patient’s treatment plan.
• Conduct psychiatric and physical assessments, medication management, and consultations within scope of APRN practice.
• Assess and assure the appropriateness of patient admissions and ongoing care.
• Provide after-hours on-call coverage for emergency psychiatric or medical needs.
• Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient care.
• Deliver in-service training to staff as needed.
• Participate in facility performance improvement and utilization review activities.
• Conduct peer reviews and contribute to the development and evaluation of policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing a network of community resources for post-discharge continuity of care.
• Collaborate with executive and clinical leadership on policies related to patient care.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of assessments, orders, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Provide consultation to patients and their families as appropriate.
• Maintain a current collaborative agreement and prescriptive authority with the Medical Director.
• Provide on-site services according to facility schedule and agreement.
• Support and comply with infection control standards and collaborate with the Infection Control Nurse.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and Joint Commission standards.
• Uphold all safety, risk management, and workplace policies.
• Coordinate clinical services under the guidance of the Medical Director, Clinical Director, and Director of Nursing.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees