Master's or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited program
Current Family Nurse Practitioner or relevant primary care certification
Two or more years of relevant experience in various medical settings
Familiarity with addiction medicine and withdrawal management preferred
Current unrestricted Connecticut RN and APRN licenses
Basic Life Support certification
Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration and DEA registration (if applicable)
Commitment to continuing education and SCADD's values of diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive primary care services, including health assessments and management of medical conditions
Conduct medical assessments for patients in treatment for substance use disorders
Prescribe medications and treatments within legal and organizational guidelines
Monitor and modify care plans based on treatment effectiveness and patient needs
Perform medication reconciliation for secure and effective medication use
Coordinate referrals to various medical and community resources
Assess patients for admission appropriateness in collaboration with the healthcare team
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members for coordinated care and participate in care planning activities.
Benefits
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
Multiple Medical Plans available
Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match after 1 year
Accrued vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays
40 hours of paid Education/Training annually
Paid Licensure Reimbursement
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the recovery of individuals.
Full Job Description
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Primary Care | Southeastern Connecticut - New London, CT
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive primary care and medical services to individuals in our withdrawal management and residential treatment programs - delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care at a critical moment in their recovery journey.
What We Offer:
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
Multiple Medical Plans to fit your needs and budget
Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match at 1 year
Vacation and Sick accruals
11 paid Holidays
40 hours of paid Education/Training annually
Paid Licensure Reimbursement
Meaningful work making a lasting difference in the lives of individuals in recovery
What You'll Do:
As an APRN at SCADD, you will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, counselors, recovery support staff, and other members of our interdisciplinary treatment team to deliver safe, comprehensive medical care. You will play a central role in supporting patients through withdrawal management and residential treatment, ensuring their medical needs are met with skill, compassion, and clinical excellence.
Responsibilities include:
Provide comprehensive primary care services, including medical histories, physical examinations, health assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions
Provide initial and ongoing medical assessment and management of patients receiving treatment for substance use disorders, including withdrawal management and residential treatment services
Prescribe medications and treatments within the APRN's scope of practice, applicable Connecticut law, organizational policies, and clinical protocols
Monitor treatment effectiveness, medication response, side effects, and changes in medical status; modify care plans as clinically indicated
Perform medication reconciliation and review patient medication regimens to promote safe, effective, and appropriate medication use
Identify medical conditions requiring specialty consultation, emergency evaluation, transfer, hospitalization, or a higher level of care and coordinate appropriate action
Coordinate referrals to primary care, specialty care, hospitals, community health centers, pharmacies, laboratories, and other community-based medical resources
Assess medical stability and appropriateness for admission, continued stay, transfer, or discharge in collaboration with the medical and nursing team
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, counselors, recovery support staff, and administrative staff to coordinate patient care
Communicate effectively with outside healthcare providers, hospitals, pharmacies, and referral partners to support continuity of care
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, care reviews, and discharge planning activities as appropriate
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, regulatory, accreditation, payer, and professional standards
What You'll Need:
Master's degree or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program
Graduate training and current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or other appropriate primary care nurse practitioner certification
Two or more years of experience in primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, urgent care, community health, correctional health, addiction medicine, withdrawal management, or residential treatment preferred
Experience or demonstrated interest in addiction medicine, medications for substance use disorders, harm reduction, withdrawal management, and recovery-oriented medical care preferred
Current unrestricted Connecticut Registered Nurse license
Current unrestricted Connecticut Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license
Current Basic Life Support certification
Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration and DEA registration required if prescribing controlled substances is part of the role
Commitment to maintaining all required continuing education, licensure, certification, and professional requirements
Commitment to SCADD's values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed practice
