Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our multidisciplinary medical team in Galloway, 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.

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

Qualifications / Required Experience

• 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

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• 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