Nurse Manager

About the Role

Recovery Centers of America (RCA) is seeking a dedicated Nurse Manager to lead and support our nursing team at our Raritan Bay facility in South Amboy, New Jersey. This full-time position offers a salary range of $100,000 - $110,000 and involves overseeing nursing staff to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes, staff development, and compliance with operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and evaluation of all nursing staff.
• Ensure staff are well-educated on clinical, operational, and technological aspects of their roles.
• Design and implement clinical, operational, and technological training sessions.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and create individualized training plans for staff development.
• Ensure high-quality patient care through chart audits, incident report reviews, and oversight of nursing practices.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and quality expectations set by accreditors.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and leadership team to develop and execute training initiatives, emergency response plans, and infection control protocols.
• Promote individualized, person-centered care by interacting with patients, families, and clinical teams to support recovery-oriented treatment.
• Manage employee schedules, payroll, and assist in the onboarding of new staff members.
• Ensure all training events are completed on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Active state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of two years in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification required (must be obtained during orientation).
• Additional certifications (such as CARN) preferred.
• Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, ASAM criteria, trauma-informed care, and treatment planning is highly desirable.
• Experience with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office products is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and planning skills.
• Ability to assess and intervene in patient care situations and administer medications safely.

Additional Information

A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at other RCA locations within a year after treatment.

Pay

$100,000 - $110,000